Miesch, Janine Agnes (2025). Identifying Stakeholders and Analyzing Their Concerns About African Swine Fever Control in Wild Boar. (Thesis). Universität Bern, Bern
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Abstract
African Swine Fever (ASF) is approaching Switzerland as it continues to spread across Europe. Controlling ASF in wild boar populations is complex and requires coordination among diverse stakeholders with varying roles and interests. We used a participatory approach and applied reflexive thematic analysis to systematically identify relevant actors and assess their concerns. Results reveal a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including federal and cantonal-level authorities, the private industry sector, non-governmental organizations and private individuals, as well as academic and diagnostic institutions. Stakeholder mapping underscores the central role of federal and cantonal authorities in ASF control and demonstrates the hunting sector's dual position as both being impacted by and being actively involved in control efforts. Stakeholders' concerns fall into five key areas: economic risk, material shortages, legal frameworks and bureaucratic obstacles, challenges in communication and coordination, and animal welfare and environmental issues. Findings emphasize the need for improved governance, clearer guidelines, and stronger coordination among federal and cantonal authorities. The research demonstrates the value of participatory approaches for disease management by enhancing collaboration, identifying critical gaps, and strengthening preparedness and response efforts, on the example of ASF in Switzerland.
| Item Type: | Thesis |
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| Dissertation Type: | Single |
| Date of Defense: | 15 September 2025 |
| Subjects: | 300 Social sciences, sociology & anthropology > 360 Social problems & social services 600 Technology > 610 Medicine & health 600 Technology > 630 Agriculture |
| Institute / Center: | 05 Veterinary Medicine > Department of Clinical Research and Veterinary Public Health (DCR-VPH) > Veterinary Public Health Institute |
| Depositing User: | Hammer Igor |
| Date Deposited: | 21 Dec 2025 09:54 |
| Last Modified: | 21 Dec 2025 09:54 |
| URI: | https://boristheses.unibe.ch/id/eprint/6982 |
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