The Tuli Block Farmers Association has donated critical disease-control equipment to support Botswana’s ongoing response to Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), reinforcing efforts to protect the country’s livestock sector and rural livelihoods.
The donation, made to the national FMD Response Team, is intended to strengthen on-the-ground biosecurity measures and assist veterinary authorities working to contain the disease. The equipment package includes several sprayers—both battery-operated and manual—along with spare batteries and replacement units earmarked for use at key control points, including Martin’s Drift and veterinary gates in affected areas. Information boards were also provided to help improve public awareness and compliance with biosecurity protocols.
TBFA said partnerships and shared responsibility are key to overcoming agricultural challenges and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that protect the livestock industry.
The equipment was officially received by the Veterinary Officer of Mahalapye, Dr. Hanse, who welcomed the contribution and thanked the Association for its timely support. He said cooperation between the private farming sector and veterinary services plays a crucial role in strengthening national capacity to respond to animal disease outbreaks.
TBFA, in turn, praised veterinary authorities and FMD Response Teams for their dedication and resilience under challenging conditions. The Association emphasized that safeguarding animal health is essential not only for farmers’ livelihoods, but also for national food security, trade stability and the sustainability of rural economies across Botswana.
In a statement accompanying the donation, TBFA said partnerships and shared responsibility are key to overcoming agricultural challenges and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that protect the livestock industry. The Association added that the contribution forms part of its broader efforts to promote national biosecurity and to stand in solidarity with government and veterinary teams working to control the spread of FMD.
