Uasin Gishu County intensifies fight against foot and mouth disease

Uasin Gishu County has intensified its fight against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) by launching a county-wide vaccination exercise at Kipsomba Ward.

The exercise targets over 355,000 cattle across all 30 wards, ensuring that farmers’ livestock are protected against the highly contagious disease.

The county government has subsidized the vaccination, reducing the cost per cow from Ksh.160 to just Ksh.50, making livestock health accessible and affordable for every household.

According to Governor Jonathan Bii Chelilim, the initiative is a critical step in safeguarding farmers’ livelihoods, securing the county’s food supply, and opening new opportunities for livestock exports.

The exercise is being implemented as an E-Voucher vaccination program in partnership with the national government. Farmers are registered digitally, and veterinary officers are deployed systematically, ensuring efficiency, accountability, and timely service.

Over 114 veterinary officers have been mobilized across the county to carry out the vaccinations.

Governor Bii also emphasized the importance of community participation, urging farmers to cooperate fully with veterinary teams and take advantage of the subsidized E-Voucher program.

This exercise is part of a broader strategy by the county government to strengthen livestock health, prevent economic losses, promote sustainable agricultural growth, and position Uasin Gishu as a hub for quality livestock ready for both local and international markets.