Livestock farmers urged to monitor animals during dry season

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September 23, 2026

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As Barbados moves into the dry season, livestock farmers are being urged to pay close attention to their animals.

Speaking on CBC’s Morning Barbados show, Livestock Instructor Jelani Hunte says farmers should be watching for several warning signs in their animals.

Agriculturalist Keriah Scantlebury says farmers must also be careful when people visit their farms.

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