EPISODE · May 26, 2026 · 5 MIN
Farmers battling the spread of foot-and-mouth disease have scored a major legal victory. A High Court ruling now allows farmers to vaccinate their cattle without first getting government approval. This means they can import vaccines themselves and take action to protect their livestock. Business interest organisation Sakeliga was part of the court challenge, arguing that urgent intervention was needed as the disease continues to threaten the agricultural sector.
from The Daily Discourse · host SAfm
Farmers battling the spread of foot-and-mouth disease have scored a major legal victory. A High Court ruling now allows farmers to vaccinate their cattle without first getting government approval. This means they can import vaccines themselves and take action to protect their livestock. Business interest organisation Sakeliga was part of the court challenge, arguing that urgent intervention was needed as the disease continues to threaten the agricultural sector. Guest: Piet Le Roux, CEO of Sakeliga
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Farmers battling the spread of foot-and-mouth disease have scored a major legal victory. A High Court ruling now allows farmers to vaccinate their cattle without first getting government approval. This means they can import vaccines themselves and take action to protect their livestock. Business interest organisation Sakeliga was part of the court challenge, arguing that urgent intervention was needed as the disease continues to threaten the agricultural sector.
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