LIVET

Livestock farming and One Health approach

Putting into practice One Health animal welfare, zoonosis prevention, and responsible antimicrobial use for a more sustainable agricultural community.

A unified, multidisciplinary approach

One Health

WHAT IS ONE HEALTH?

One Health is a collaborative approach supported by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), and the World Health Organisation (WHO). It seeks to address public health threats originating from the interactions between animals, humans, and the environment.

CURRENT CONTEXT

The livestock sector faces numerous challenges today, ranging from growing global demand for animal products to increasing pressures for sustainable practices. The emergence of zoonotic diseases – diseases transmissible from animals to humans – such as COVID-19, highlights the vital link between animal and human health. Implementing an integrated approach in livestock farming serves as a proactive strategy for mitigating such challenges. It addresses key factors such as animal health and welfare, food safety, and environmental sustainability, thereby reducing risks and ensuring long-term viability of the sector. This multifaceted approach aids in the timely identification and management of potential threats, optimising resource use and promoting responsible practices within the industry.

INTEGRATED APPROACH IN AGRICULTURE

An integrated approach in agriculture doesn’t just benefit the environment and public health; it has clear economic advantages. By streamlining operations and optimising resource allocation, farmers can achieve better yields with lower input costs. The focus on sustainable practices can open new markets and attract consumer segments seeking responsibly produced goods. An integrated approach offers a more robust and resilient business model that can adapt to market fluctuations, regulatory changes, and emerging challenges. This results in a more sustainable and profitable agricultural sector, capable of supporting livelihoods and contributing to economic development on a broader scale.

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Livestock farming and One Health approach

LIVET

OBJECTIVES

The objective of the LIVET project is to advance the integration of the One Health framework within the vocational education and training (VET) sector. This is aimed at enhancing animal welfare, combating both endemic and emergent zoonoses, and reducing antimicrobial use and resistance. Having proven effective in academia and research, the One Health approach now needs to be applied to both the VET and economic sectors.
This will stimulate innovation through the cooperative flow of knowledge among higher education, vocational education and training, and the broader socio-economic environment.

CURRICULUM AND COURSE

LIVET aims to create a unique and innovative VET curriculum, starting pilot testing in 2025. The curriculum will include a comprehensive set of learning materials along with policy recommendations for incorporating the One Health approach into regional, national, and European regulations.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

1. A 75 – hour online course focusing on the adoption of the One Health approach within the European livestock farming sector.
2. Three national Specialisation courses on Animal Welfare, Zoonoses, and Antimicrobial Use and Resistance, tutored by farm advisory services, academic researchers, and international experts.
3. An Autumn School on One Health and Integrated Risk Management, located in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
4. A 150-hour internship opportunity in a national or European company.

TARGET GROUPS

The target groups include graduates of agricultural technical vocational education institutions, undergraduate students in agriculture or veterinary science, advisors, consultants, technicians, supervisors of livestock farms, and specialised livestock workers in management roles. Join us in shaping a healthier, more sustainable future for all. Register now to secure your spot in our courses and internship programmes.

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Adopting One Health: An innovative step in agricultural education and livestock management

by Livet | Jan 18, 2024 | news

In the world of agricultural sustainability and animal health, the One Health approach is emerging as a critical concept. It is now being integrated into LIVET, an Alliance for Innovation Erasmus+ project co-funded by the European Education and Culture Executive...

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