We applied social network analysis to pig trader networks on the Kenya-Uganda border. Social network analysis is a recently developed tool, which is useful for understanding value chains and improving disease control policies. We interviewed a sample of 33 traders about their experiences with tra...
Lichoti, J.K.
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Davies, J.
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Maru, Y.
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Kitala, P.M.
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Githigia, S.M.
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Okoth, Edward A.
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Bukachi, Salome
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Okuthe, S.
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Bishop, Richard P.
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[Pig traders’ networks on the Kenya-Uganda border highlight potential for mitigation of African swine fever virus transmission and improved ASF disease risk management]
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Pig traders’ networks on the Kenya-Uganda border highlight potential for mitigation of African swine fever virus transmission and improved ASF disease risk management
Background Although vector control strategies, such as insecticide-treated bed nets (ITNs) and indoor residual spraying (IRS) have been effective in Kenya the transmission of malaria continues to afflict western Kenya. This residual transmission is driven in part by Anopheles arabiensis, known fo...
Lozano-Fuentes, Saul
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Kading, R.C.
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Hartman, D.A.
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Okoth, Edward A.
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Githaka, Naftaly W.
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Nene, Vishvanath
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Poche, R.M.
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[Evaluation of a topical formulation of eprinomectin against Anopheles arabiensis when administered to Zebu cattle (Bos indicus) under field conditions]
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Evaluation of a topical formulation of eprinomectin against Anopheles arabiensis when administered to Zebu cattle (Bos indicus) under field conditions
We analysed data that were previously collected for molecular characterisation of rotavirus (RV) groups A and C in pigs from Teso and Busia subcounties in Kenya to determine risk factors for its infection. The data included records from 239 randomly selected piglets aged between 1 and 6 months ra...
Amimo, Joshua O.
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Otieno, T.F.
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Okoth, Edward A.
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Onono, J.O.
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Bett, Bernard K.
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[Risk factors for rotavirus infection in pigs in Busia and Teso subcounties, Western Kenya]
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Risk factors for rotavirus infection in pigs in Busia and Teso subcounties, Western Kenya
The genetic diversity of African pigs, whether domestic or wild has not been widely studied and there is very limited published information available. Available data suggests that African domestic pigs originate from different domestication centers as opposed to international commercial breeds. W...
Mujibi, F.D.N.
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Okoth, Edward A.
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Cheruiyot, E.K.
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Onzere, Cynthia K.
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Bishop, Richard P.
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Fèvre, Eric M.
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Thomas, L.
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Masembe, C.
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Plastow, G.
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Rothschild, Max F.
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[Genetic diversity, breed composition and admixture of Kenyan domestic pigs]
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Genetic diversity, breed composition and admixture of Kenyan domestic pigs
A study was undertaken along the Kenya–Uganda border in four districts of Tororo and Busia (Uganda) and Busia and Teso (Kenya) to understand smallholder farmers’ knowledge, practices and awareness of biosecurity measures. Information was collected by administering questionnaires to 645 randomly s...
Nantima, Noelina
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Davies, J.
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Dione, Michel M.
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Ocaido, M.
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Okoth, Edward A.
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Mugisha, A.
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Bishop, Richard P.
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[Enhancing knowledge and awareness of biosecurity practices for control of African swine fever among smallholder pig farmers in four districts along the Kenya–Uganda border]
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Enhancing knowledge and awareness of biosecurity practices for control of African swine fever among smallholder pig farmers in four districts along the Kenya–Uganda border
Peste des petits ruminants virus (PPRV) causes an economically important disease of sheep and goats, primarily in developing countries. It is becoming the object of intensive international control efforts. Current vaccines do not allow vaccinated and infected animals to be distinguished (no DIVA ...
Holzer, B.
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Taylor, G.
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Rajko-Nenow, P.
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Hodgson, S.
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Okoth, Edward A.
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Herbert, R.
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Toye, Philip G.
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Baron, M.D.
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[Determination of the minimum fully protective dose of adenovirus-based DIVA vaccine against peste des petits ruminants virus challenge in East African goats]
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Determination of the minimum fully protective dose of adenovirus-based DIVA vaccine against peste des petits ruminants virus challenge in East African goats
Stahl, K.
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Ogweng, P.
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Okoth, Edward A.
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Aliro, T.
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Muhangi, D.
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LeBlanc, N.
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Atimnedi, P.
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Berg, M.
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Bishop, Richard P.
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Rasmussen, H.B.
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Masembe, C.
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[Understanding the dynamics and spread of African Swine fever at the wildlife livestock interface: Insights into the potential role of the bushpig Potamochoerus larvatus]
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Understanding the dynamics and spread of African Swine fever at the wildlife livestock interface: Insights into the potential role of the bushpig Potamochoerus larvatus
Pig movements play a significant role in the spread of economically important infectious diseases such as the African swine fever. Characterization of movement networks between pig farms and through other types of farm and household enterprises that are involved in pig value chains can provide us...
Viral enteritis is a serious problem accounting for deaths in neonatal animals and humans worldwide. The absence of surveillance programs and diagnostic laboratory facilities have resulted in a lack of data on rotavirus associated diarrheas in pigs in East Africa. Here we describe the incidence o...
Amimo, Joshua O.
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Jung'a, J.O.
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Ogara, W.O.
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Vlasova, A.N.
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Njahira, Moses N.
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Maina, S.
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Okoth, Edward A.
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Bishop, Richard P.
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Saif, L.J.
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Djikeng, Appolinaire
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[Detection and genetic characterization of porcine group A rotaviruses in asymptomatic pigs in smallholder farms in East Africa: Predominance of P[8] genotype resembling human strains]
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Detection and genetic characterization of porcine group A rotaviruses in asymptomatic pigs in smallholder farms in East Africa: Predominance of P[8] genotype resembling human strains
A cross-sectional survey was carried out to characterize the pig production systems in four districts along the Kenya-Uganda border. Information was collected by administering structured questionnaires to 645 households in 32 randomly selected clusters. The study showed that the majority of the f...
Nantima, Noelina
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Ocaido, M.
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Davies, J.
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Dione, Michel M.
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Okoth, Edward A.
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Mugisha, A.
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Bishop, Richard P.
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[Characterization of smallholder pig production systems in four districts along the Uganda-Kenya border]
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Characterization of smallholder pig production systems in four districts along the Uganda-Kenya border