animals
Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to combat diseases in animals
From the invention of a vaccine against smallpox by Edward Jenner in 1796, it took almost two centuries to eradicate the disease. Louis Pasteur once said, “It is within the power of man to eradicate infection from the earth.” That power has so far eradicated two infectious diseases: smallpox and rinderpest. When[...]
Pyramid Voere: Supplying your horses with the right nutrition
Pyramid Voere, a trusted name in horse nutrition, has been serving horse owners since 1994, and is proudly celebrating their 30 year anniversary. They are known for their high-quality formulations and commitment to the health and wellness of horses and have earned the trust of owners and trainers alike.[...]
Minister Steenhuisen commits to urgent action on veterinarians’ working conditions
The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has made a firm commitment to ensuring that the working conditions of animal health practitioners are improved in South Africa. This comes as the country grapples with a critical shortage of professionals in this essential field, which has far-reaching implications for animal health,[...]
Update on the foot and mouth disease in Eastern Cape
The outbreaks of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in the Kouga and Kou-kamma Municipalities of the Eastern Cape Province remain of great concern. Cattle on 26 farms have tested positive for the disease. Cattle on these positive farms have been vaccinated to decrease the viral load and to control[...]
Get Bok Approved Gallagher farm equipment at NAMPO
Are you visiting NAMPO Harvest Day 2024? Be sure to visit the Gallagher Animal Management stand to take a look at their many farm management equipment or security solutions that can make your life easier. Whether you need animal weighting equipment, water management tools, or solar powered energisers, you[...]