To provide key epidemiological data on the illness status in South Sudan, a study of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) was conducted. FMD virus serotypes A, O, C, SAT1 and SAT2 were discovered in cattle, goats, and sheep. In seven states across the country, serotypes O and SAT 2 appeared to be the most common. The highest and lowest rates of FMD prevalence were found in Unity and Lakes States, with 56 percent and 25 percent, respectively. Young stock had a 50% mortality rate, compared to 20% for adult cattle, sheep, and goats. In the face of the FMD outbreak, a considerable drop in milk supply of more than 10% and weight losses were discovered. Reduced milk production is the most obvious effect of FMD on pastoralists and agro-pastoralists' livelihoods. Malnourished children and the elderly have benefited from this. The development of FMD control measures is critical for the long-term development of cattle in South Sudan.
Author(s) Details
Erneo B. Ochi
Directorate of Research and Publications University of Juba, P.O. Box 82
Juba, Sudan.
Mohamed A. Suliman
College of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies, University of Juba
P.O. Box 82 Juba, Sudan.
Abubakr O. Ismail
College of Animal Production, University of Bahri, Khartoum, Sudan.
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