Weqaa vaccinates over 1.9 million livestock against PPR
Saudi Arabia’s Weqaa Center has immunized more than 1.9 million animals against peste des petits ruminants in the first half of 2026.
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AIThe National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases (Weqaa) has announced that it vaccinated more than 1.9 million livestock against peste des petits ruminants (PPR) during the first half of 2026, as part of its regular programs to protect animal health and safeguard the Kingdom’s livestock resources.
The center said its veterinary teams carried out routine immunization campaigns to prevent the disease and limit its spread, helping to enhance the health and sustainability of livestock.
These efforts are part of Weqaa’s ongoing initiatives to protect animal resources and reduce the risks posed by diseases that threaten animal health, supporting the sustainability of livestock production.