The cross border development and testing of effective tools for prevention and control of animal diseases is the stated objective of the project group “Managing risks”. German and Dutch experts from facilities operating in the private and public sectors are working together upon initiative of the departments for Agriculture of the Netherlands and North Rhine-Westphalia on common problem solving approaches: The border region of both countries is regarded as an adhering risk area for animal diseases because of its high livestock density and many-sided trade relations (epidemical unit).

 

This not only involves a close adjustment of the so far national oriented animal disease policy (animal health strategy), but moreover a joint action in regards to prevention and control of animal diseases. more...