Investing in One Health: Turning vision into action on the ground

ILRI has expanded its research portfolio, established a dedicated office in 2006, and collaborated with Vietnamese collaborators since 1999. Animal health, food safety, climate change adaptation, emergent diseases, enhanced livestock production, and value chains are the primary areas of focus for ILRI's regional office at present.

At the same time, research on ecological health, One Health, and food safety has established the foundation for future breakthroughs. Vietnam has become a regional leader in livestock innovation and health as a result of these endeavors, which have also influenced our broader research agenda.

ILRI has enhanced productivity and adaptability in livestock genetics by conducting research on native varieties and providing assistance to small-scale producers. ILRI has improved the management of zoonotic diseases and increased awareness of the responsible use of antibiotics in animal health by implementing the One Health approach.

On November 3rd, as we celebrates One Health Day, representative from ILRI calls for grassroots actions to bring the One Health approach to local communities enabling provinces and cities to access additional resources and funding.