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Agri Hour: 16 September, Dr Berry Mutowembwa

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One of the main diseases to be on the lookout for when biting flies are noticed in livestock herds, is lumpy skin. According to Dr Berry Mutowembwa, a veterinarian at the Agricultural Research Council, lumpy skin is a viral disease that is spread by biting flies. When infection occurs, lumps are formed on the skin of the animal. OFM News’ Elsabé Richard spoke to him about this disease…

15 Sep 2021 7AM English South Africa Business News · Business

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