livestock

15 July 2026, 11:56 am

Gulu City mayor warns restocking beneficiaries against misusing funds on alcohol

By Tracy Anirwoth Gulu City Mayor Julius Labeja has strongly urged beneficiaries of the government’s cattle restocking program to invest their funds strictly in livestock rather than alcohol or other non-essential items. The mayor emphasised that the money is intended…

7 July 2026, 12:59 pm

Livestock farmers urged to embrace vaccination against foot-and-mouth disease

By Emmanuel Mwaka and Brian Oloya Livestock farmers are being urged to strengthen disease control measures as foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) continues to threaten cattle, goats, sheep, and pigs, severely disrupting livestock markets. Speaking to our reporter on Tuesday 7 July…