By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As Muslims prepare to celebrate Eid ul Adha, concerns are mounting over the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) among local livestock. The highly contagious viral disease affects cloven-hoofed animals such as sheep, cattle and goats. Veterinary experts warn that infected animals should not be slaughtered or transported. People are now being urged to inspect animals carefully before purchase, transport or slaughter during the Eid period. KZN Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Department Spokesperson Dr. Bontle Modisane explains...

<p>By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As Muslims prepare to celebrate Eid ul Adha, concerns are mounting over the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) among local livestock. The highly contagious viral disease affects cloven-hoofed animals such as sheep, cattle and goats. Veterinary experts warn that infected animals should not be slaughtered or transported. People are now being urged to inspect animals carefully before purchase, transport or slaughter during the Eid period. KZN Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Department Spokesperson Dr. Bontle Modisane explains...</p>

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