MALASIQUI, April 25 -- The Office of the Provincial Veterinarian (OPVet) has provided free vitamins, deworming, and other veterinary services to farm animals in the province to ensure their health against the impact of the El Nino phenomenon.

The La Union Provincial Information Office (PIO) told the Philippine News Agency on Thursday that almost 900 small and large ruminants such as cattle, carabao and goats have benefited from the OPVet's programs since last March.

"The project initiated by Governor Raphaelle Veronica Ortega-David seeks to enhance the health and wellness of farm animals, as the El Nino phenomenon is expected to take a toll on them," it said.

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