How to reduce risks during castration?

Sahiwal and Boran Cows at Bullocks Farm in Isinya.PHOTO: WILBERFORCE OKWIRI

Although castration is a common and effective production practice, complications may arise from the procedure, including:

1. infection,
2. swelling,
3. bleeding,
4. discomfort, and
5. pain.

These complications can be minimized when castration is done at the youngest age possible; when proper, clean techniques and well-maintained equipment are used; and when animals are adequately vaccinated.