| dc.description.abstract | The purpose of this thesis was to research the ongoing M. bovis eradication programme in
New Zealand in terms of its nature, progress and potential challenges. The eradication
programme is in its very early stages having commenced in 2018. Therefore, it is difficult
to assess right now whether it will ultimately be a success and whether the goal of fully
eradicating the disease from the country will be achieved. It has been predicted that it will
take ten years to complete a full eradication of M. bovis but the majority of the culling will
be carried out by the end of the second year i.e. 2020. Following this, it is crucial for
national surveillance programmes to be precise, rapid and efficient when tracking and
tracing animal and risk goods movements. Biosecurity and control measures are essential
in controlling the spread of disease and ensuring full eradication. | en_US |
