Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, Ohio Department of Agriculture
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The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) in collaboration with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and The Ohio State University – College of Veterinary Medicine (OSU CVM) is conducting a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Landscape Analysis Survey designed to assess the level of producer awareness and knowledge regarding FMD preparedness and response, while understanding their role in managing a potential outbreak in the state of Ohio.
The data collected from this survey will be used to inform the development of the State of Ohio’s FMD Emergency Plan, as well as to identify opportunities for further learning and exploration in FMD preparedness and response addressing the specific needs of our producers.
By taking these steps to prepare for a potential FMD outbreak, the state hopes to minimize the potential impact of FMD on our agricultural sector.
It is imperative that Ohio proactively prepares for a potential FMD outbreak given the ongoing threat of introduction with potential for a large economic impact. FMD is a critical threat to the United States agriculture industry because of the susceptibility of our nation’s livestock. Although the United States is currently free of FMD, there is still a threat of FMD entering the country through the extensive global trade of animals and animal products.
Below you will find the link and QR code that will take you to the active research survey. This voluntary research survey will take 20-30 minutes to complete, and your answers will remain anonymous.
Please complete the research survey by October 27th, 2024.
We greatly appreciate your participation, as it will assist Ohio in developing a plan to safeguard your production system, livelihood, and our state’s top industry, food and agriculture.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Helen Jones at the College of Veterinary Medicine at The Ohio State University (jones.8204@osu.edu) or Dr. Armando E. Hoet (hoet.1@osu.edu) at the College of Veterinary Medicine at The Ohio State University.