In a recent APHA science blog, Dr Richard Smith from the Department of Epidemiological Sciences, explains how APHA scientists joined with experts in 12 European countries to study factors that reduce the spread of Salmonella and hepatitis E virus in pigs, providing evidence on how to limit the risk to public health.

The BIOPIGEE project, part of the wider One Health European Joint Programme, aimed to establish which biosecurity measures applied on pig farms were the most important, and most cost-efficient, for controlling Salmonella and hepatitis E virus (HEV) in pigs.

The study brought together a wide range of expertise and experience from across Europe and the study team worked hard to provide practical outputs that will be useful for the livestock industry.

You can read the full APHA science blog here: Working with European partners to reduce the risk of pathogens entering the food chain - APHA Science Blog

Further information on the project and outputs can be found on the OHEJP website: BIOPIGEE - One Health EJP

Please email RAM.WOAHCollaboratingCentre@apha.gov.uk with any enquiries