There are 4 open surveys this month. A brief synopsis and details for participation can be found below.
i. Help shape the future of disease control policies in British cattle
The University of Nottingham is leading on a new ‘infectious diseases’ project for farmers which is seeking the opinions and experiences of British cattle farmers for the control of infectious diseases. Farmers who complete the survey can enter a prize draw to win up to £100 in vouchers.
The survey can be completed here: https://nottingham.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/cow-disease and is open until the end of August 2020.
ii. Farmers wanted for survey on the impact of stress and fatigue in farming
The University of Aberdeen is conducting an interview study with farmers on stress and fatigue and the influence of these factors on ‘situation awareness’. Interested members must be aged over 18 and should contact Ilinca Tone via email:
iii. Are you using rodenticide to get rid of rodents? Complete this survey
Rodenticide resistant ‘super rats’ are breeding in the UK and more information is needed to reduce their numbers. This survey will compile data to establish the extent to which resistance is understood and what methods farmers are using to control rodent infestations.
The survey is being supported by BASF to raise awareness of resistance and compile fresh data about the use of rodenticides on farms throughout the UK.
The survey is available to complete online until September 30th 2020 and can be completed here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/Rodentsurvey
iv. Research project on Lyme Disease and outdoor workers
This study aims to conduct research on the knowledge and risk perception of Lyme disease amongst all outdoor workers in Wales. As cases rise in the UK, participation in the study will help develop a better understanding on the level of knowledge on Lyme disease and influence measures that can be implemented to reduce cases.
The survey should take around 10 minutes to complete and no personal information will be collected. For more information and to participate in the survey, please click here.