Phek, September 4 (MExN): A vaccination cum animal health check-up camp was organized by ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra- Phek at Pholami village under Pfutsero block on September 3.
Mithuns of the village were vaccinated against Foot and Mouth Diseases (FMD) and were also given health check-up. FMD is a highly contagious disease of viral origin and known to inflict huge economic loss among the mithun farmers of the state, stated a press release received here. However, regular immunization against the dreaded disease gives protection from constant risk of exposure to the virus, it added.
The team was led by Dr. Debojyoti Borkotoky, SMS (Animal Science), KVK-Phek and Dr P.R. Dutta, ACTO, NRCM assisted by staff Vevo, Supporting staff, KVK-Phek. Ear tags were applied to the calves and adult animals to keep proper records and identification.
Because of the constant motivation and demonstration by KVK Phek, the mithun farmers of the village have taken to regular vaccination and other prophylactic care of their animals, the release said.
