Blow and Bot flies devastate livestock in Baringo

Some of the livestock been showcased by the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization during an open farmer’s day in Naivasha. [File, Standard]

The Livestock and Veterinary Department in Baringo County has raised an alarm over a significant increase in the population of bot and blow flies.

Dr. Esmond Kiptum, the County Veterinary Director, indicated that this flies invasion has resulted in the spread of diseases, including cutaneous myiasis.