Understanding Smallholder Pigkeepers’ Awareness and Perceptions of African Swine Fever and Its Control Measures in Ukraine

Understanding Smallholder Pigkeepers’ Awareness and Perceptions of African Swine Fever and Its Control Measures in Ukraine

African swine fever (ASF) has posed a significant threat to Ukrainian pig farming since its identification in 2012. In this study, recognising the pivotal role of pigkeepers in disease control, we conducted ten focus groups involving 52 smallholders across eight regions in Ukraine. Using participato...

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Main Authors:	Lidiia Moskalenko, Katja Schulz, Vitalii Nedosekov, Kerli Mõtus, Arvo Viltrop
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2024-02-01
Series:	Pathogens
Subjects:	African swine fever smallholder pig farmers participatory epidemiology control and preventive measures biosecurity acceptability
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/13/2/139

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