Strengthening disease surveillance in Vietnam: Insights from a ‘FarmVetCare’ mobile application training

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

Technological innovations are at the forefront of reshaping industries across the world today including in the veterinary industry. With support from the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and partners, the ‘FarmVetCare’ mobile application is being tested to prevent and manage animal and zoonotic disease outbreaks in Vietnam. Continue reading →

Advocacy / Agriculture / AHH / Animal Health / Cambodia / East and Southeast Asia / Food Safety / Human Health / ILRI / Laos / Livestock / Myanmar / Philippines / policy / Southeast Asia / Thailand / Vietnam / Zoonotic Diseases

Advancing One Health in Southeast Asia: workshop highlights strategies for implementation and investment

Posted on January 19, 2024 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and the Southeast Asia One Health University Network (SEAOHUN) recently organized a workshop in Bangkok, Thailand on 19-20 December 2023 to address pressing global health challenges in Southeast Asia. Continue reading →

Agriculture / Cambodia / East and Southeast Asia / ILRI / Laos / Southeast Asia / Vietnam

Publication updates from ILRI East and Southeast Asia, July-December 2023

Posted on January 4, 2024 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

We would like to share with our donors and partners the list of publications of ILRI East and Southeast Asia publicized from July to December 2023. Thank you. Continue reading →

Agriculture / Animal Diseases / Animal Health / Cambodia / CGIAR / Climate Change / Collaboration / Crop-Livestock / East and Southeast Asia / Food Safety / Gender / GHG Emisssions / ILRI / Indigenous Breeds / Laos / Livelihoods / Livestock / Meat / Pigs / policy / Poultry / Research / Southeast Asia / Vietnam / Zoonotic Diseases

ILRI’s interdisciplinary livestock insights at SAADC 2023

Posted on December 1, 2023 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

At the 9th International Conference on Sustainable Animal Agriculture for Developing Countries (SAADC2023) held in Lao PDR from November 21-24, 2023, the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) conducted a session on advancing sustainable livestock systems. During the afternoon of Day 4, ILRI researchers and partners engaged in discussions covering topics ranging from food safety to genetic improvements, showcasing their commitment to interdisciplinary approaches. Continue reading →

Advocacy / Agri-Health / Agriculture / CGIAR / Climate Change / Collaboration / Crop-Livestock / Diet / Disease Control / East and Southeast Asia / Feeds / Food Safety / Food Systems / Gender / GHG Emisssions / Human Health / ILRI / Livelihoods / Livestock / Markets / policy / Southeast Asia / Vietnam

CGIAR Science Day in Vietnam showcases research and innovations for food security

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) and CGIAR co-organized the CGIAR Science Day in Vietnam on 21 November 2023 in Hanoi. With the theme ‘Advancing science for food security through collaborative initiatives,’ the meeting served as a platform for national and CGIAR researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders to explore cutting-edge research findings and innovations. Continue reading →

Agri-Health / Agriculture / AHH / CGIAR / East and Southeast Asia / Food Safety / ILRI / Markets / Meat / Pigs / Southeast Asia / Value Chains / Vietnam / Zoonotic Diseases

CGIAR One Health Initiative pilots a ‘rating’ system to improve pork safety in traditional markets in Vietnam

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

Every year on 3 November, International One Health Day serves as a global platform, highlighting the intricate nexus between human, animal, and environmental well-being. This year, under the theme, ‘Connecting Air, Land, and Water,’ the CGIAR One Health Initiative (OHI) underscores the critical need for interdisciplinary collaborations to tackle multi-faceted challenges that transcend national boundaries. The OHI is deeply involved in the One Health research addressing zoonotic diseases, food safety, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Continue reading →

Advocacy / Agriculture / Cambodia / CGIAR / East and Southeast Asia / ILRI / Indonesia / Laos / Philippines / Research / Southeast Asia / Vietnam

ASEAN and CGIAR program to boost Agri-food innovation

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

The Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN)-CGIAR Innovate for Food and Nutrition Security Regional Program was launched at the 45th Meeting of the ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry (AMAF) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on 4 October 2023. This initiative is set to boost integrated innovations and enhance the resilience of ASEAN’s agri-food systems in the face of climate change. Continue reading →

Agriculture / AHH / Animal Diseases / Animal Health / CGIAR / COVID19 / Disease Control / East and Southeast Asia / Human Health / ILRI / Livestock / Southeast Asia / Vietnam / Zoonotic Diseases

A One Health approach to tackling zoonotic disease risks in wildlife farming in Vietnam

Posted on July 6, 2023 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

The CGIAR Initiative on One Health is leading efforts to safeguard human health using a comprehensive approach that recognises the interconnectedness of humans, animals and the environment. The initiative is being implemented in seven countries, including Vietnam, where researchers are studying the transmission of zoonotic diseases in Dong Nai and Lao Cai provinces to strengthen disease prevention and control measures. Continue reading →

Agriculture / Animal Diseases / Animal Health / East and Southeast Asia

Enhancing participatory approaches to strengthen animal disease surveillance in Mongolia

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

Mongolia, a country known for its vast landscapes and nomadic herding traditions, recently hosted a two-day workshop and consultation in Ulaanbaatar to explore and enhance participatory approaches in animal disease surveillance. The event, held on 7-8 June 2023, brought together a diverse group of stakeholders involved in implementing participatory disease surveillance (PDS) in the country. Continue reading →

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Investing in upgraded pork offers opportunity to improve food safety and incomes in Vietnam

Posted on June 7, 2023 by Chi Nguyen • Leave a comment

A recent study by the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and the Hanoi University of Public Health shows that Vietnamese consumers are willing to pay a premium for upgraded fresh pork. The ‘Impact of perception and assessment of consumers on willingness to pay for upgraded fresh pork: An experimental study in Vietnam,’ sheds light on the importance of food safety and consumer perception in the pork industry. Continue reading →

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