Steps outlined to protect livestock during floods

Farmers urged to stockpile adequate food for animals and move them to higher ground

MULTAN:

Amid the looming threat of floods along the Sutlej River, the Livestock Department in Jalalpur Pirwala sprang into action by establishing flood relief camps.

With dedicated teams to vaccinate small and large animals and poultry, the Livestock Department is leaving no stone unturned in safeguarding the region's animals, said Deputy Director Livestock Dr Jamshaid on Sunday.

These safeguard teams are also engaging with cattle breeders, disseminating crucial information on flood prevention strategies.

Dr Akhtar stated that he personally visited areas at risk within Tehsil Jalalpur Pirwala.

During interactions with cattle breeders, he emphasized the importance of vaccinations and stressed that prudent actions are essential to guarantee the well-being of animals during flood situation.

Among his recommendations were mandatory vaccinations for all animals and poultry, along with the urgent need to relocate livestock to higher ground before the flood.

Additionally, he emphasized that adequate fodder, wheat and hay must be acquired to sustain the animals through the crisis.

“With these comprehensive steps, the Livestock Department of Jalalpur Pirwala aims to not only protect the livelihoods of cattle breeders but also minimize the overall repercussions of the imminent flood on the region's precious livestock population”, said the deputy director.

Published in The Express Tribune, August 21^st, 2023.