Thyou:The Head of Mission to the Minister of State, Minister of Agriculture, Animal and Fisheries Resources, Dr. Rassablga Seydou Oudraogo, supervised the ongoing 2026-2027 animal vaccination campaign in Thyou on Thursday, alongside local administrative and technical authorities.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Dr. Oudraogo's visit is part of the national livestock vaccination campaign, which includes stops in several localities such as Sabou and Thyou. The campaign, conducted annually, aims to ensure livestock health, bolster food security, and enhance animal productivity. This year's campaign targets ten major diseases, offering free vaccination for six and substantial state subsidies for the remaining four. Authorities emphasized the mandatory nature of this vaccination initiative.

During the visit, Dr. Oudraogo praised the dedication of field agents and the strong participation of producers. He acknowledged the achievements in Thyou and encouraged continued efforts. The delegation also engaged with local livestock farmers, addressing concerns about post-vaccination side effects, water supply issues at the livestock market, reduced grazing areas, and limited quotas of subsidized feed. Dr. Oudraogo assured farmers that feed allocations are linked to vaccination coverage and promised technical measures to improve water supply.

Naaba Karfo of Vlia, representing His Majesty Naaba Tigr, welcomed the delegation, stressing the importance of agriculture and livestock in local development. Abdoul Aziz Sanga, head of the Thyou Livestock Support Zone, thanked the ministerial team and local authorities for their support and urged farmers to maintain vaccination efforts for improved yields.