The impact of epidemic experiences on biosecurity behavior of pig farmers: an analysis based on protection motivation theory

• Published in: One health Vol. 19; p. 100936
• Main Authors: Zhang, Wenying, Lu, Qian
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Netherlands Elsevier B.V 01.12.2024; Elsevier
• Subjects: biosecurity; Biosecurity measures; Epidemic experiences; farm size; farms; motivation; Pig farmers; Protection motivation theory; Research Paper; risk perception; surveys; swine; Protection motivation theory; Biosecurity measures; Epidemic experiences; Pig farmers

Farm biosecurity is considered an important component of “One Health”. Biosecurity measures are crucial for preventing and controlling outbreaks and spread of diseases on farms. Protection motivation theory (PMT) links perception of risk and coping ability with taking preventive actions. Based on fi...