Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccine
FMD is a mandatory vaccine run through state campaigns and applied in two periods per year (spring–autumn). Under the campaign, generally all cattle older than 2 months are vaccinated (calves born to unvaccinated dams from 14 days old). Vaccinations are carried out by agriculture directorate officials or authorized veterinarians.
Brucellosis vaccine
Given to female cattle against brucellosis. Common practice: a conjunctival vaccine (B. abortus S19) for heifer calves at 3–6 months of age, followed by a booster at set intervals. As brucellosis is also important for public health (a zoonosis), it is tracked within the programme.
LSD (Lumpy Skin Disease) vaccine
Applied to all cattle older than 3 months. Since LSD is contagious and causes economic loss, vaccinating within the programme is important.
Other vaccines
Depending on region and risk, anthrax, rabies and calf vaccine programmes (e.g. against respiratory/diarrhea agents) may also be applied. Your veterinarian decides which vaccine is necessary for your operation.
Sample general schedule (for guidance)
- 2 months+ (campaign period): FMD
- 3–6-month heifer calf: Brucellosis (S19)
- 3 months+: LSD
- By region/risk: Anthrax, rabies, calf programmes
This list is general; official dates are announced each year and vary by region. For the exact programme, contact your local agriculture directorate and veterinarian.
Never miss the vaccination schedule
Alprivo Herd Management keeps each animal's vaccination schedule; you get an automatic reminder when it's due.