Egypt’s Agriculture Ministry Concludes Vaccination Campaign for Livestock

The Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation has announced the successful conclusion of its national campaign to vaccinate livestock against foot-and-mouth disease and Rift Valley fever. The campaign, executed by the General Authority for Veterinary Services, has administered approximately 8 million doses across various villages and centers throughout the country, aimed at safeguarding the livestock population.

According to a report presented to Minister of Agriculture Alaa Farouk by Dr. Hamid Al-Aqnas, head of the General Authority for Veterinary Services, over 4.3 million cattle have been vaccinated against foot-and-mouth disease, while more than 3.6 million have received vaccinations for Rift Valley fever. The vaccination efforts were complemented by awareness campaigns in several governorates.

Dr. Al-Aqnas emphasized that the results achieved reflect the efficiency of veterinary operations and ongoing coordination among relevant authorities, alongside positive cooperation from livestock breeders across different regions. He noted that the campaign not only focused on vaccinations to mitigate disease spread and enhance sustainable animal production but also included activities such as animal tagging, registration, epidemiological investigations, and prompt responses to any suspected cases. Additionally, veterinary guidance efforts were intensified to raise breeder awareness regarding the importance of regular vaccinations.

The Ministry of Agriculture reiterated its commitment to implementing preventive programs and monitoring the epidemiological situation regularly to ensure livestock health and productivity. It urged all breeders to adhere to periodic vaccinations and maintain communication with veterinary units or through the hotline 19561 for inquiries or reporting any suspected cases, thereby protecting their assets and supporting Egypt’s food security system.

This initiative aligns with Minister Alaa Farouk’s directives to intensify preventive measures and protect livestock from epidemic diseases, contributing to food security and sustainable development.