Management and biosecurity practices on pig farms in the Western Highlands of Cameroon (Central Africa)
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DOI: 10.1002/vms3.211
Abstract: Abstract African swine fever (ASF), erysipelas and many other infectious and parasitic diseases have seriously compromised the future of pig industry in the Western Highlands of Cameroon. Since implementation of biosecurity measures (BM) is known… read more here.
Keywords: biosecurity practices; western highlands; practices pig; biosecurity ... See more keywords
Exploring knowledge, perception of risk and biosecurity practices among researchers in the UK: a quantitative survey
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DOI: 10.1007/s10530-018-1837-6
Abstract: Accidental introduction and/or spread of invasive non-native species (INNS) can result from a range of activities including agriculture, transport, trade and recreation. Researchers represent an important group of stakeholders who undertake activities in the field… read more here.
Keywords: risk; biosecurity practices; risk biosecurity; field ... See more keywords
Biosecurity policy and legislation for the global seaweed aquaculture industry
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DOI: 10.1007/s10811-019-02010-5
Abstract: Each year a significant proportion of global food production is lost to pests and diseases, with concerted efforts by government and industry focussed on application of effective biosecurity policies which attempt to minimise their emergence… read more here.
Keywords: industry; seaweed aquaculture; biosecurity; policy legislation ... See more keywords
Informal value chain actors’ knowledge and perceptions about zoonotic diseases and biosecurity in Kenya and the importance for food safety and public health
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DOI: 10.1007/s11250-017-1460-z
Abstract: Zoonotic diseases, transmitted from animals to humans, are a public health challenge in developing countries. Livestock value chain actors have an important role to play as the first line of defence in safeguarding public health.… read more here.
Keywords: value; biosecurity; value chain; chain actors ... See more keywords
Biosecurity knowledge, attitudes and practices of farmers culturing yellow catfish (Pelteobagrus fulvidraco) in Guangdong and Zhejiang provinces, China
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DOI: 10.1016/j.aquaculture.2017.01.016
Abstract: Abstract Biosecurity has been identified as a core concept for Asian freshwater aquaculture for purposes of food safety, aquaculture sustainability, and trade. To our knowledge, no published studies have evaluated producers' knowledge of biosecurity and… read more here.
Keywords: attitudes practices; farmers culturing; biosecurity; knowledge attitudes ... See more keywords
Optimal allocation of limited resources to biosecurity surveillance using a portfolio theory methodology
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolecon.2019.03.012
Abstract: Abstract Newly arrived pests and diseases pose a continuous threat to agriculture and the environment, and there are limited resources available for early detection programs. We formulate an optimal resource-allocation framework for early detection. The… read more here.
Keywords: portfolio theory; biosecurity; methodology; allocation ... See more keywords
Can the value-attitude-behavior model and personality predict international tourists’ biosecurity practice during the pandemic?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jhtm.2021.05.014
Abstract: Abstract Biosecurity is vital for preventing the introduction of exotic fauna, flora, and disease from one territory into another. Attention to biosecurity measures has become an important element of responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. However,… read more here.
Keywords: attitude behavior; value attitude; model; value ... See more keywords
The force of Varroa: Anticipatory experiences in beekeeping biosecurity
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jrurstud.2020.04.002
Abstract: Abstract In the last decade, in light of unexpected death and disappearance rates, pollinators (especially honey bees) have received increasing attention. This attention includes what Anderson (2010) refers to as anticipatory actions: efforts to predict,… read more here.
Keywords: beekeeping biosecurity; varroa anticipatory; biosecurity; anticipatory actions ... See more keywords
Attitudes of Danish dairy farmers towards biosecurity
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DOI: 10.1016/j.livsci.2018.06.004
Abstract: Abstract A scenario of insufficient biosecurity adoption in dairy herds has been pointed out. This may pose risks to animal and human health, besides raising concerns about compromised productivity and animal welfare. The objectives of… read more here.
Keywords: towards biosecurity; adoption; dairy farmers; biosecurity ... See more keywords
Exploring perceptions of marine biosecurity interventions: insights from the commercial marina sector
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DOI: 10.1016/j.marpol.2020.104027
Abstract: Abstract Recreational boating is a largely unregulated vector of non-native species and contributes to both initial introduction and secondary spread. As such, marinas and ports often experience high propagule pressure and are hotspots of non-native… read more here.
Keywords: marina sector; biosecurity; non native; biosecurity interventions ... See more keywords
Understanding animal health communication networks among smallholder livestock producers in Australia using stakeholder analysis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.prevetmed.2017.05.026
Abstract: Smallholder livestock producers are a diverse population with wide ranging motivations for keeping livestock. The biosecurity risk posed by smallholders has been the subject of much conjecture, with comparisons often made between the level of… read more here.
Keywords: influence; smallholder; biosecurity; interest influence ... See more keywords