Agriculture & Rural Development, RDC 10

Department of Agriculture and Rural Development - Region 19 | Extension Education

The Agriculture & Rural Development Department, RDC Region 10, recently hosted a training session on Common Swine Diseases, facilitated by Ms. Candace Wharton- Agriculture Officer (RDC) and Ms. Demelza Nicholas- Livestock Extension Assistant (GLDA).

The session provided farmers with practical knowledge on disease identification, prevention, and management to support healthier and more productive swine operations.

Department of Agriculture and Rural Development – Region 10 | School Support Programme

Supporting Swine Production at Kwakwani Secondary School

As part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening school agriculture programmes across Region 10, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development recently provided veterinary assistance to the swine unit at Kwakwani Secondary School following a request from the institution.

A total of ten pigs were treated with Ivermectin and Vitamin B Complex to support their health, welfare, and overall productivity. The intervention aimed to enhance animal husbandry practices while ensuring the continued success of the school’s agricultural programme.

The exercise was conducted by RDC Agricultural Officers Ms. Candance Wharton, Ms. Angelique Braithwaite, and Ms. Chelsea Chicester.

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