Table 3 Attitude items and descriptions of beef cattle farmers toward lumpy skin disease (LSD)
From: Path analysis of farmer knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward lumpy skin disease in beef cattle
Item | Description |
|---|---|
Economic impact | LSD has impact on animal health and production |
Contagious disease | LSD is a contagious disease |
Can’t control outbreak | It is not possible to control LSD outbreaks |
100% vaccine efficacy | The vaccine provides 100% protection against LSD, so other control measures are not needed |
Insect vector control | Reducing insect vectors can lower the risk of LSD |
Movement impact | Animal movement control has no effect on LSD outbreak |
Quarantine benefits | Separating an LSD-infected cow from the herd can reduce the spread of the disease |
No postvaccine care | There is no need to monitor for adverse effects after vaccination with the LSD vaccine |
Fever-based vaccination | If cattle show signs of fever, you can administer the LSD vaccine to them |
Health and susceptibility | Cattle in good health are less susceptible to the disease |
Immediate immunity | Cattle gain immunity immediately after vaccination |
Netting protection | Using netting to protect cattle can reduce the risk of LSD |
Purchase cow in outbreak | It is acceptable to purchase new cattle for the herd during an LSD outbreak |
Light insect repellent | Using light insect repellent can help reduce the number of insects |
Notify authorities | Farmers should promptly notify livestock authorities if a suspected case of LSD is observed |
Farmer’s role | Farmers play a key role in preventing the spread of LSD |
Stakeholder collaboration | Collaboration among stakeholders is essential for controlling LSD |