RIYADH: The National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases (Weqaa) has launched a new training program for vets to commemorate International Veterinarian Day.
The course started on Monday and will run for 18 months until Oct. 31, 2024, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Ayman Al-Ghamdi, the center’s CEO, said the program was designed to help achieve a sustainable local food production system and increase the capabilities of workers in the industry.
“It aims to improve and build the knowledge and skills of workers in the animal health sector … in areas related to the prevention and control of animal diseases,” he said.
The center is keen to support the work of vets as they help to protect against the spread of diseases between humans and animals.
“The veterinarian performs vital tasks aimed at developing livestock and protecting them from epidemic diseases by detecting, treating and addressing animal diseases,” Al-Ghamdi said.
