𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑: During a consultation meeting on piggery and poultry farm registration guidelines in Bumthang, the Bhutan Food and Drug Authority (BFDA, MoH), represented by Dr. Chador, Specialist, provided comprehensive information to sensitize the senior Dzongkhag Livestock Officers from 20 Dzongkhags on the farm biosecurity standards and checklists. This initiative aimed to enhance awareness among farmers.
Emphasizing the paramount importance of biosecurity measures in preventing the introduction and spread of diseases within livestock farms, it is encouraged that farms seeking registration adhere to minimum farm biosecurity measures. These measures are vital for safeguarding the health of animals and mitigating the risk of disease outbreaks. To ensure wider understanding of biosecurity measures, a robust advocacy and awareness campaign will be undertaken through collaborative approach by the Department of Livestock, BFDA and Dzongkhag Livestock Sectors during the farm registration process which will guide farmers in implementing the essential minimum biosecurity measures.
Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, Royal Government of Bhutan
