The Western Cape Government has launched an urgent response to a worrying national outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease FMD, underscoring the seriousness of the situation with a commitment of R100 million, reports Cape town Etc .
Premier Alan Winde, alongside provincial Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, revealed crucial details of the coordinated efforts aimed at controlling this highly contagious disease that primarily affects livestock.
In a press briefing, Winde outlined the swift actions being implemented, which include operating 24/7 border controls since Wednesday, as the province grapples with various confirmed and suspected outbreak areas.
