Translations:Advanced Field Epi:Manual 1 - Disease Control and Eradication Programs/85/en

Supporting activities

Communication, education and training

Support of producers and the general public for the program and compliance of producers with program requirements are essential requirements for a program’s success. Without an effective communication and education program, high levels of producer support and particularly of producer compliance are unlikely to be achieved. Program messages must be simple and consistent, and in many cases a substantial effort will be required to change the attitudes of farmers and their advisors to disease control and also their actions in managing disease risk. Education and training are also critical elements, to inform and educate producers and advisers about technical aspects of the disease and the program.