Director-General of the Department of Livestock Development reveals Send assistance to more than 4,700 animal farmers affected by flooding in 14 provinces by supporting animal feed crops. Medicine and medical supplies as well as providing basic treatment for sick animals Remind risk areas to watch out for heavy rain that will continue until 10 Oct.

Dr. Somchuan Veterinarian Rattanamangkhalanon Director-General of the Department of Livestock Development said Give orders to Provincial/District Livestock Offices Including various agencies Helping animal farmers affected by the floods The Livestock Disaster Prevention and Resolution Center reports assistance as follows:

– The affected area is 141 villages, 56 sub-districts, 29 districts in 14 provinces, namely Chanthaburi, Chaiyaphum, Yasothon, Ubon Ratchathani, Amnat Charoen, Kalasin, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Phanom, Roi Et, Nong Bua Lamphu, Chiang Rai, Mae Hong Son, Phitsanulok and Uttaradit.

– 4,708 affected farmers

– 199,818 animals are affected, including 10,400 cattle, 3,683 buffalo, 4,963 pigs, 323 goats/sheep and 180,449 poultry.

– 659 rai of grass fields affected.

As for the specific assistance that has been carried out, it is as follows:

1. Animal feed crops 159,060 kilograms

2. Evacuated 15,012 animals

3. Support animal health promotion packages (Minerals/Antibiotics/Vitamins) 1,066 sets

4. Treat 311 animals

5. 396 survival bags

Veterinarian Somchuan added that Order all departments of the Department of Livestock Development to prepare to help farmers who raise animals affected by flooding in a timely manner. Because the Meteorological Department predicted that Between 1-10 October 2023, there will be additional rain. Because the monsoon trough lies across upper Thailand. In addition, the weather changes during the change of season from the rainy season to the winter. Especially in areas that already have a lot of water. Must be especially careful. Flooding may occur again.

For the Department of Livestock Development's response to natural disasters to help animal farmers. In accordance with the policy of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives. By clearly specifying various measures, starting with prevention before a disaster occurs. Help during disasters and recovery after the disaster has been resolved. To reduce the impact on farmers as much as possible.

Source: Thai News Agency