The Food and Veterinary Agency (AUV) has issued a directive to all livestock keepers, specifically those managing sheep and goats, emphasizing the critical need to enhance vigilance and strictly implement biosecurity protocols. This advisory follows the confirmation of multiple outbreaks of Sheep and Goat Pox across the municipalities of Ferizaj, Kaçanik, Shtërpcë, and Viti. Due to the identified risk of further disease transmission, the AUV urges all involved farmers to adhere rigorously to established preventative recommendations.
Key measures outlined by the agency include restricting the movement of sheep and goats; owners must secure authorization from an official veterinarian before transporting animals between farms. Furthermore, the AUV has mandated enhanced perimeter security on all premises. Farmers are advised to restrict access to farmyards to authorized personnel and vehicles only.
To prevent direct transmission, maintaining distance and avoiding any contact between animals and flocks originating from different farms is paramount. In addition to controlling movement and contact, the agency stresses the importance of maintaining a clean environment. All facilities and equipment must undergo regular, thorough cleaning and disinfection procedures.
These combined efforts are essential to mitigate the spread of the pox disease and protect the local agricultural sector. The AUV’s guidance serves as a comprehensive guide for farmers to safeguard their herds and ensure public health standards are maintained during this period of heightened risk.
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