ArticleVeterinary medicine and science2025
Assessment of Cattle Vaccine Effectiveness and Associated Constraints in Selected Districts of Kilteawlaelo and Mekelle, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia.
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- Assessment of Cattle Vaccine Effectiveness and Associated Constraints in Selected Districts of Kilteawlaelo and Mekelle, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia.Veterinary medicine and science · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundVeterinary vaccines have proven to be cost-effective for preventing animal diseases, increasing the efficiency of food production, and reducing or preventing the transmission of zoonotic and foodborne infections to humans.
objectiveThe objective of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of cattle vaccination and determine the major constraints affecting cattle vaccination coverage, efficacy, practices, and vaccine delivery systems.
methodsThe study was conducted in eight peasant associations of th Mekelle and Kilteawlaelo districts from November 2021 to June 2022 to evaluate the effectiveness and challenges of cattle vaccinations. A total of 120 cattle owners were randomly selected, and all 40 veterinarians were included through a census for data collection. Observations were made at veterinary clinics across the study areas. Descriptive and inferential statistical methods were used to analyse the data.
resultsAbout 25% of farmers reported vaccines as effective, whereas the majority (75%) considered them ineffective. The use of expired vaccines and vaccinations conducted during outbreaks were the main reasons for ineffectiveness. Around 80% of veterinarians also reported encountering vaccine ineffectiveness.
conclusionsBoth animal health professionals and cattle owners perceived vaccines as ineffective due to transportation challenges, inadequate research on vaccine strains, and cross-immunity issues. Lack of training, shortage of vaccines at each level, refusal to receive vaccinations from farmers, shortage of veterinary services and infrastructure, limited focus on the sector, and a weak administrative scheme are the drawbacks and constraints that need to be addressed.
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