 Meanwhile, the bill prohibiting open raring and grazing of livestock and provision for the establishment of branches has passed the second reading at the Aquaebum State House of Assembly. Leading debate on the bill at plenary on Thursday was a member representing Orruk Adam State consistency, Udo Keriam Akban. He said when passed into law, the bill would prevent the destruction of farms, crops and ponds, settlements and property caused by open raring and grazing of livestock. He said it would also promote the production of healthy breeds of livestock and boost job and investment opportunities in livestock farming.