August 9, 2023 6:28 PM

China warns against possible outbreak of crop and animal diseases following retreat of flood waters from rural areas

In China, authorities have warned people against a possible outbreak of crop and animal diseases following the retreat of flood waters from rural areas. Agriculture Minister Tang Renjian said that measures to prevent and control major disease outbreaks caused by dead animals, pests and insects should be the top priority. Several regions that were affected by the floods are still facing drinking water issues. Parts of China witnessed record rains last week leading to severe flooding and loss of 3...