Argentina — Historical Events Description

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Argentina
Event
Establishment of the National Livestock Vaccination Commission
Category
Scientific
Date
1909-06-03
Country
Argentina
Description

Argentina created the National Livestock Vaccination Commission on 3 June 1909. The commission coordinated immunization campaigns to control diseases affecting cattle and sheep. Veterinarians traveled across provinces to administer vaccines and train local workers. The effort helped protect the nation’s important export livestock industry. Reports from the commission guided future veterinary policies. Its work strengthened rural economies dependent on healthy herds. The founding marked a major advancement in agricultural health.