<![CDATA[Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is a highly contagious livestock disease that poses a serious threat to dairy farming and can cause significant economic losses for farmers. Banyudono Hamlet, a dairy farming community, previously experienced an FMD outbreak that negatively affected livestock productivity and farmers’ livelihoods. This community service program aimed to improve farmers’ knowledge and capacity in preventing and controlling FMD through educational outreach and mentoring activities. The program employed a participatory socialization approach combined with persuasive education, interactive discussions, field assistance, and monitoring and evaluation. The activity was conducted on August 5, 2024, involving 30 dairy farmers in Banyudono Hamlet and was carried out in collaboration with the Central Java Provincial Livestock and Animal Health Service. The educational materials covered FMD characteristics, transmission routes, clinical symptoms, biosecurity practices, the importance of vaccination, and proper management of infected animals. The results showed a high level of participant engagement and a significant improvement in farmers’ understanding of FMD prevention and control. This increased awareness was reflected in the adoption of preventive measures, including regular disinfectant spraying, improved sanitation practices, and the implementation of farm biosecurity protocols. The program successfully encouraged behavioral changes among farmers in maintaining livestock health and supporting independent FMD control efforts. Therefore, the socialization and mentoring activities proved effective in strengthening farmers’ capacity to prevent and mitigate FMD outbreaks, contributing to the sustainability of dairy farming and rural economic resilience.]]>
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