Establishment of Research and Disease Control Systems for Eradication of Dourine

Devising viable methods for eradicating dourine without access to drugs or vaccines

Determining the nature of the dourine pathogen by studying its pathogenesis and possible changes in the host range, and strengthening Mongolia’s animal quarantine system. Preventing the spread of dourine by training veterinarians specialized in artificial insemination (AI) techniques for livestock, and realizing appropriate reproductive management of horses using techniques such as AI. The project also plans to propose standards for quarantine and breeding management of horses and measures against dourine to relevant government agencies, thereby preventing the epidemic of dourine from an institutional perspective and paving the way for its eradication.

Promotion of livestock production and a move away from a monoculture economy through livestock breeding management

Proper management of breeding improves the productivity and health of livestock. Consequently, a breeding management method targeting dourine control is a first step towards improving the breeding management system for all livestock in Mongolia. As a result, the production of superior livestock and livestock products is expected to promote the livestock industry in Mongolia and help the country move away from its mining-dependent economy.