The livestock department launched awareness drive to protect livestock from the ongoing heatwave affecting South Punjab. Under the campaign titled “Heatwave Protection, Healthy Livestock and Prosperous Farmers,” livestock owners have been advised to adopt preventive measures to safeguard their animals during extreme temperatures.
Livestock dept launches awareness drive to protect cattle from heatwave
LODHRAN, Jul 13 (APP): The livestock department launched awareness drive to protect livestock from the ongoing heatwave affecting South Punjab.
Under the campaign titled “Heatwave Protection, Healthy Livestock and Prosperous Farmers,” livestock owners have been advised to adopt preventive measures to safeguard their animals during extreme temperatures.
The department has urged farmers to ensure a constant supply of clean and cool drinking water, keep animals in shaded areas, and avoid exposing them to direct sunlight between 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Farmers have also been instructed to provide fresh, high-quality green fodder and strictly avoid feeding spoiled or moldy feed.
The advisory further recommended the use of electrolytes and mineral mixtures in consultation with veterinary doctors. During periods of intense heat, farmers are encouraged to sprinkle water lightly on animals or use fans to help reduce heat stress. Special attention should be given to milking, pregnant, and weak animals.
Livestock owners have also been advised to immediately contact veterinary staff if animals exhibit symptoms such as rapid breathing, excessive panting, restlessness, or unconsciousness.
Additional Director Livestock, Dr. Allah Bachaya, said that, in line with the directions of the Government of Punjab and Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ashraf, field staff of the Livestock Department have initiated awareness activities and are visiting livestock farmers to ensure precautionary measures during the extreme weather conditions.
