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Enhancing infection control practices and biosecurity plans on Swedish pig farms: insights, challenges, and strategies.

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    • Source:
      Publisher: BioMed Central Country of Publication: England NLM ID: 0370400 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1751-0147 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 0044605X NLM ISO Abbreviation: Acta Vet Scand Subsets: MEDLINE
    • Publication Information:
      Publication: London : BioMed Central
      Original Publication: Copenhagen.
    • Subject Terms:
      African Swine Fever*/prevention & control ; African Swine Fever*/epidemiology ; Animal Husbandry*/methods; Animals ; Sweden ; Swine ; Infection Control/methods ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Biosecurity ; Farms ; Farmers/psychology ; Sus scrofa ; Disease Outbreaks/veterinary ; Disease Outbreaks/prevention & control
    • Abstract:
      Background: African swine fever (ASF) poses a threat to the global pig industry, leading to significant economic losses and widespread disruptions in pig farming and associated sectors. In September 2023, the first case of ASF in Swedish wild boar triggered immediate responses from authorities, including the establishment of restricted zones and culling measures. A new ASF certification programme for pig herds was initiated to improve biosecurity and proactive disease management. This survey aimed to assess the sentiments and actions of Swedish pig farmers six months post-outbreak, particularly regarding biosecurity measures. Such information is important to improve preparedness for future disease threats. A questionnaire was distributed to members of the Swedish pig producers' organisation.
      Results: A total of 113 farmers responded (response rate 27%), with the majority considering the risk of ASF reappearing in Sweden as high. The estimated cost for connecting the farms to the ASF certification programme varied greatly, with a majority identifying cost as a substantial hurdle. While many farmers sought biosecurity advice from veterinarians, 43% had not implemented suggested measures. Over one third had not received concrete measures that would fit their farms, and 14% had not received any biosecurity advice from veterinarians at all. Discussions among farmers emphasized concerns about ASF outbreaks, transmission mechanisms, and regulatory compliance, highlighting the importance of ongoing communication and knowledge exchange to address the challenges posed by ASF effectively. Additionally, participants also mentioned the role of dense wild boar populations and shortcomings in municipal food waste management as important risk factors.
      Conclusions: The responding farmers expressed widespread concern about new ASF outbreaks. A majority identified cost as a substantial hurdle for joining the ASF certification programme. While many farmers consulted veterinarians for advice on biosecurity, a significant number had yet to implement suggested measures and one third had not received specific guidance suitable for their farms. Stakeholder conversations highlighted concerns about ASF outbreaks, transmission, and compliance. They also discussed the role of dense wild boar populations and issues with municipal food waste management as significant risk factors for ASF.
      (© 2024. The Author(s).)
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    • Contributed Indexing:
      Keywords: ASF; Biosecurity; Control; Pig production; Wild boar
    • Publication Date:
      Date Created: 20240911 Date Completed: 20240912 Latest Revision: 20240914
    • Publication Date:
      20240914
    • Accession Number:
      PMC11391622
    • Accession Number:
      10.1186/s13028-024-00771-9
    • Accession Number:
      39261945