Application possibilities of Mycoplasma bovis autogenous vaccines for reducing antimicrobial resistance in dairy farming in Latvia Project leader Kaspars Kovaļenko Team of project Kaspars Kovaļenko Margarita Terentjeva Lelde Tītmane Agris Zirnītis Aija Mālniece Duration 2020 - 2020 Research focus 1. Implementation of the "One Health" concept and species interaction studies in the context of climate change Source of funding Ministry of Agriculture projects Description of project The aim of research The aim of the project is to investigate the prevalence, genotypic and antigenic characteristics of Mycoplasma bovis in the Latvian dairy sector across various regions, and, based on the data obtained, to identify effective solutions for improving immunization strategies, reducing clinical signs, infection risks, and the use of antimicrobial agents, in line with the National Action Plan on antimicrobial resistance. The tasks of project: Investigate the prevalence of Mycoplasma bovis in the dairy farming sector across different regions of LatviaDetermine the genotypic and antigenic characteristics of Mycoplasma bovis isolatesAnalyse the obtained data to identify potential solutions for controlling mycoplasmosis, reducing clinical symptoms, and minimizing infection risks in the Latvian dairy industry Results Guidelines for reduction of mycoplasmal burden in dairy herds in Latvia
