Lower Mekong Food Security Database

Project Information

The purpose of the project was to contribute to the eradication of FMD and other livestock diseases in Myanmar for improved productivity and income generation in rural community. This was done through the establishment of a national FMD control system and transferring technology and knowledge in conducting diagnostic research. As the key to developing capacity in establishing and managing national FMD control system and conducting diagnostic research, the National FMD Diagnostic Laboratory was constructed, equipped with the Bio Safety Level (BSL)-2 facility for diagnostic research not only on FMD but also on other livestock diseases including avian influenza.

The Project also organized trainings in Korea and public awareness campaign and education workshops in Myanmar with technical assistance provided by the Korean experts in the given areas. The key expected outcomes of the projects include:

• Reduced outbreaks of FMD and other livestock diseases in terms of number and size by strengthened capacity in diagnostic research;
• Strengthened government capacity in managing the national FMD control system and providing support to the Performer Veterinary Services (PVS) and other disease control programs; and
• Increased productivity in livestock sector leading to improved food safety and income generation for local farmers in rural communities.
  

Complementary Information

Project Locations

Yangon