18 cows die after grazing on agricultural land smoked on the plateau

No less than 18 cows died after, according to what reported, grazing in an agricultural land smoked in the community of Vwei, in the area of ​​the local government of Riyom in the state of the plateau.

The accident occurred around Mezzogiorno on Wednesday, when the cattle, belonging to a shepherd identified as Dan’Azumi Haruna, moved away on the agricultural land treated, said sources ..

According to a security analyst, Zagazola Makama, seven of the cows were subsequently massacred due to contamination by chemicals used on agricultural land, while 11 died instantly on the scene.

Other cattle is said to be affected by chemical exposure receive veterinary care.

At the time of submitting this report, the efforts to obtain comments from the local authorities and the agriculture officials have not been successful.

Since then, residents have expressed concern for the potential danger represented by the smoke agricultural land, asking for better awareness and clearer boundaries between the pastures of pasture and the cultivated land.

The accident adds to the growing concerns about farmer’s relationships in the region, a question that has led to various disputes and victims in the past.

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