Caution urged in handling cow itch, says Ministry of Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security is urging members of the public to exercise caution and follow proper procedures when removing cow itch, a plant known for causing severe skin irritation.

Senior Agricultural Assistant Mark Chandler recently demonstrated how to safely remove cow itch from the environment, stressing the importance of wearing protective gear and handling the plant carefully to prevent its microscopic hairs from becoming airborne.

Chandler explained...