ArticleOpen veterinary journal2026
Farmers' knowledge of African swine fever disease prevention practice: A case of biosecurity in small-scale pig farms in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam.
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Background: African swine fever (ASF) has caused huge losses in the pig farming industry in Vietnam, mainly affecting small-scale pig farmers. Due to the lack of information concerning ASF, farmers cannot prevent it and improve their biosecurity toward ASF disease. Aim: This study aimed to assess the influence of sociodemographic and production characteristics on knowledge toward ASF-related information and ASF prevention practices. Methods: A random sampling method was used to select respondents. Thus, 204 pig farms in Ben Tre province were selected. Data were analyzed using a descriptive method and multiple linear regression analysis. Results: The results showed that most of the farmers were male and joined in farm activities with 1-2 family members who had high experience in pig farming. Farmers had gained knowledge about ASF and applied effective prevention measures on their farms. In addition, primary occupation and piglet source exerted a significant effect on both the knowledge of ASF and the prevention ability. General livestock technical training (non-ASF) showed a negative association with ASF knowledge and prevention practices, whereas ASF-specific training significantly improved farmers' understanding and implementation of ASF prevention measures. Regarding other factors, income, piglet number, and treatment practices at farms were additionally associated with farmers' implementation of ASF prevention. Engagement in training on ASF biosecurity measures significantly enhanced the understanding and implementation of ASF prevention practices. Conclusion: Sociodemographic and training factors significantly impact farmers' disease prevention capabilities, underscoring the need for ASF-targeted training to improve disease prevention in small-scale pig farming. This study recommended that further training strategies focused on ASF prevention practice should be implemented.
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