23/10/2026
**JVD INDUSTRY UPDATE | Expanding FMD Vaccine Production**
South Africa is taking steps to strengthen its response to Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD).
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) has approved a proposal allowing qualifying private companies to use its vaccine technology to help increase local vaccine production.
The aim is to address manufacturing limitations and improve vaccine availability. However, the licensing process, regulatory requirements and implementation still need to be completed, so increased production will take time.
Why does this matter to the wider agricultural industry?
FMD affects more than livestock health. Outbreaks can disrupt animal movement, trade, export opportunities and the businesses that depend on a functioning livestock supply chain.
**Stronger disease control helps protect the people, businesses and supply chains that agriculture relies on.**
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Full article: Farmer’s Weekly — Private sector to help scale up ARC FMD vaccine production — published 29 September 2026.