Economic Impact of Foot and Mouth Disease in the Asian Region
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The prevalence of foot and mouth disease (FMD) in Asia has been reviewed and the need for a coordinated control program at the regional and sub-regional is evident. The feasibility and willingness of governments and agencies provided financial support for the control program as well as the livestock producers cooperating with the program are essential in ensuring a successful FMD control program. Generally, economic analysis is designed to provide decision-support information for the above-mentioned stakeholders so that the resources can be allocated to different countries and different livestock systems taking into consideration the costs and benefits of the FMD control program.
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