Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak Threatens South Africa’s Beef Industry and Farmer Livelihoods

A livestock virus is spreading in Gauteng and while it’s not dangerous to humans, it could have serious economic consequences for farmers and meat lovers alike. The confirmation of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) at Karan Beef’s massive feedlot near Heidelberg this week has sent shockwaves through South Africa’s cattle industry. With over 120,000 animals on-site, the … Continue reading Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak Threatens South Africa’s Beef Industry and Farmer Livelihoods