Improving tilapia biosecurity through a value chain approach

MacKinnon, Brett; Debnath, Partho Pratim; Bondad‐Reantaso, Melba G.; Fridman, Sophie; Hao, Bin; Nekouei, Omid

doi:10.1111/raq.12776

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“…Adopting proper sanitary conditions plays a vital role in good pond farming practice, and this is cost-effective and relatively easy to implement [ 25 ]. Indeed, undertaking pond preparation, practices such as draining, cleaning, liming, and drying are widely recommended before the next production cycle [ 26 ].…”

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Factors Influencing Disease Dynamics in Small-Scale Carp Polyculture in Bangladesh

Debnath,

Prukbenjakul,

Bondad-Reantaso

et al. 2024

Animals

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Small-scale carp polyculture plays a key role in food supply in Bangladesh. However, factors including water pollution, limited infrastructure, and inadequate disease management hinder its sustainability. This paper reports on a survey of 231 farmers across the six major carp producing regions in Bangladesh, analyzing factors including farmers’ social aspects, farm characteristics, information on disease and approaches adopted to combat them, and biosecurity practices. Almost half (46.8%) of the farms surveyed experienced disease in carp species, with clear regional variations. Eighty-four percent of farms reported carp mortalities during disease outbreaks, with an average mortality level of 10.23 ± 11.81%. Clinical signs during outbreaks lasted between a week and a month, with a peak in disease outbreaks occurring in two seasonal periods between June and July and October and December. Disease incidence was related to a range of factors including the farmer’s experience, ponds/farm type, stocked species, and biosecurity practice. A combination of disinfecting measures during pond preparation and measures during stocking, including discarding fingerling transport water away from the farm, fingerling disinfection, and checking the health of fingerlings before stocking, significantly reduced disease occurrence. Treatments involving antibiotics, ciprofloxacin, erythromycin, and azithromycin were reported as ineffective, raising concerns about their non-prudent use, inadequate dosing (perhaps without appropriate veterinary guidance), and the potential for driving antimicrobial resistance in the environment. The research unveils a concerning pattern of high disease incidence across small-scale carp farms in Bangladesh, and the significant potential for disease spread highlights the need for responsible disposal practices. The study emphasizes the need for improving training and awareness programs for addressing biosecurity and disease management challenges, ensuring sustainable aquaculture and community well-being.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Factors Influencing Disease Dynamics in Small-Scale Carp Polyculture in Bangladesh

Debnath,

Prukbenjakul,

Bondad-Reantaso

et al. 2024

Animals

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“…Adopting proper sanitary conditions plays a vital role in good pond farming practice, and this is cost-effective and relatively easy to implement [25]. Indeed, undertaking pond preparation, practices such as draining, cleaning, liming, and drying are widely recommended before the next production cycle [26].…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Factors Influencing Disease Dynamics in Small-Scale Carp Polyculture in Bangladesh

Debnath,

Prukbenjakul,

Reantaso

et al. 2024

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Small scale carp polyculture plays a key role for food supply in Bangladesh, however, factors including water pollution, limited infrastructure and inadequate disease management hinder its sustainability. This paper reports on a survey of 231 farmers across the 6 major carp producing regions in Bangladesh, analyzing factors including, farmers’ social aspects, farm characteristics, information on disease and approaches adopted to combat them, and biosecurity practices. Almost half (46.8%) of the farms surveyed experienced disease in carp species, with clear regional variations. Eighty four percent of farms reported carp mortalities during disease outbreak, with an average mortality level 10.23±11.81%. Clinical signs during outbreaks lasted between a week and a month, and there was a peak in disease outbreaks in two seasonal periods between June to July and October to December. Disease incidence was related to a range of factors including the farmer experience, ponds/farm type, stocked species, and biosecurity practice. A combination of disinfecting measures during pond preparation and measures during stocking, including discarding fingerling transport water off-farm, fingerling disinfection and check the health of fingerlings before stocking significantly reduced disease occurrence. Treatments involving the antibiotics, ciprofloxacin, erythromycin, and azithromycin were reported as ineffective, raising concerns about non-prudent use, inadequate dosing (perhaps without appropriate veterinary guidance) and the potential for further driving antimicrobial resistance in the environment. The research unveils a concerning pattern of disease high disease incidence across small-scale carp farms in Bangladesh and the significant potential for disease spread highlights the need for responsible disposal practices. The study emphasizes the need for improving training and awareness programs are vital for addressing biosecurity and disease management challenges, ensuring sustainable aquaculture and community well-being.

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“…By implementing animal welfare measures, such as proper nutrition, disease prevention, and veterinary care, the prevalence of zoonotic diseases can be minimized (Grace et al, 2012). Controlling zoonotic diseases not only protects human health but also promotes food security by maintaining a healthy livestock population (MacKinnon et al, 2023). Zoonotic diseases, such as brucellosis, tuberculosis, and Rift Valley fever, pose significant health risks in Somalia (Hassan-Kadle et al, 2021;Mohamed et al, 2021).…”

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“…By integrating animal welfare into climate change adaptation strategies, Somalia can enhance the adaptive capacity of livestock systems and promote resilience. This includes providing training and education to livestock owners on climate-smart animal husbandry practices, promoting sustainable grazing management, and fostering partnerships between farmers, herders, and veterinary professionals (MacKinnon et al, 2023). These measures empower livestock-dependent communities to adapt to changing climatic conditions and ensure the longterm viability of their livelihoods.…”

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The Link Between Animal Welfare and Sustainable Development: Lessons for Somalia. A Review Article

Mohamud,

Mohamed,

Mohamed

2023

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This study explores the importance of integrating animal welfare into Somalia's sustainable development strategies. The interconnectedness of animal welfare, livelihoods, and environmental sustainability is highlighted, emphasizing the need for comprehensive approaches. Stakeholder engagement, partnerships, and capacity-building initiatives are crucial for effective collaboration and resource optimization. Addressing research gaps, including socio-economic impact assessments, intervention effectiveness evaluations, cultural and contextual considerations, analysis of different production systems, and exploration of the intersection of animal welfare and zoonotic disease prevention, is necessary for evidence-based decision-making. By leveraging research, promoting evidence-based interventions, and strengthening policy and governance frameworks, Somalia can enhance animal welfare, support sustainable livelihoods, and contribute to overall sustainable development in the country. The integration of animal welfare into Somalia's sustainable development agenda will not only benefit animal well-being but also foster resilient livestock systems, preserve cultural practices, and also contributing to global efforts to create a more equitable and compassionate world.

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Improving tilapia biosecurity through a value chain approach

Cited by 15 publications

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Factors Influencing Disease Dynamics in Small-Scale Carp Polyculture in Bangladesh

Factors Influencing Disease Dynamics in Small-Scale Carp Polyculture in Bangladesh

Factors Influencing Disease Dynamics in Small-Scale Carp Polyculture in Bangladesh

The Link Between Animal Welfare and Sustainable Development: Lessons for Somalia. A Review Article

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