DSFAS: NOVEL MULTILEVEL MODEL OF SWINE DISEASE SPREAD TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS AND FEASIBILITY OF AFRICAN SWINE FEVER CONTROL AND ERADICATION STRATEGIES

<b>Project Methods</b><br> List of methods by activities listed below:Activity 1a: Develop disease transmission model architecture that allows different epidemiological units to be modeled together using real swine data. The model will include between-barn and between-pen dynamics while also allowing simultaneous modeling of between-farm dynamics, the farm-level model has already been developed and validated.Activity 1b: Extend the mathematical modeling framework developed in 1a to simulate the effectiveness and feasibility of ASF control and eradication strategies and response actions listed in the Red Book at both the farm and barn level using data provided by our consortium.Activity 2: Combine the modelling framework and functionalities with an easy-to-use dashboard in the RABapp and develop and deploy stakeholder engagement and training.For the extension activities: Evaluation data will be collected and analyzed in R and included in annual reports for the project team and advisory group to assess project effectiveness and opportunities for improvement for subsequent project years. For instance, evaluation approach for Activity 2 (Extension) will include: 1) >80% of SAHOs and swine industry stakeholders successfully complete one-day workshop (delivered via web conference); 2) >70% of trainees demonstrate capacity to utilize model outputs for discussions of alternative ASF response plan; and 3)Presence of ASF revisions related to transmission models on USDA or SAHO working group agendas within 2 years.