Pig Farm Biosecurity
A crucial area of the whole production cycle and one which requires a whole farm protocol to limit the spread of disease pathogens both from external sources and internal.
We will look at:
- Entry and exit procedures (farm and individual housing)
- Disinfectants - type and how to use
- Bird and vermin control
- Cleaning and disinfection procedures
- Hospital pen policy
- Visitor policy
- Loading and unloading policy
- Hygiene rules
- Stock purchases
- Stock integration
- Staff movement
- Equipment movement
Standard Operating Procedures are freely available for all the topics listed above. If you would like copies please contact the practice direct on + 44 (0)1262 488323 or garth@garthvet.co.uk
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. That is the essence of biosecurity
Dave van Whellingham
Sheriden Hueser Provis, Manitoba, Canada