Are you equipped to shield your farm against the looming threat of animal diseases? According to experts Dr Ziyanda Majokweni-Qwalela and Dr Caryn Shacklock, safeguarding your livestock with a biosecurity programme does not have to be a complex and strenuous task.
Ziyanda Majokweni-Qwalela and Shaocklock delve into how diseases are caused and how farmers and farmworkers can ensure a safe environment for animals. They also share some tips around a comprehensive biosecurity programme.
Majokweni-Qwalela says, “There are many causes to disease and the aspects at play [is called a] host which will be the animal, [and] an agent that will cause the disease, [including] the environment.”
The pivotal role in implementing biosecurity measures on a farm lies with the employee. Majokweni-Qwalela says biosecurity encompasses multiple dimensions and while geographical constraints may limit certain actions, there are structural and procedural factors to consider, which is where employees have considerable influence.
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In this episode, they also discuss:
- Observation of procedures when it comes to a disease outbreak;
- Types of diseases; and
- The importance of building a relationship with a local vet.
Catching up with Corteva’s #SoilSista
This episode also shines a spotlight on the incredible journey of Moshibudi Makgoba, a #SoilSista in the Corteva Agriscience Programme. She shares her story of how she is transforming challenges into opportunities.
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