Summer is a good time to review how to prevent disease from coming onto your farm, says University of Missouri Extension dairy specialist Chloe Collins.
Live animals, vehicles, equipment, animal products and people can carry disease onto your farm, says Collins. Before disease comes knocking, review biosecurity measures with family, workers and suppliers. “Stop disease from getting a foot in your door by developing a biosecurity plan for your farm,” she says.
What is biosecurity?
Biosecurity refers to the measures producers take to prevent the introduction and spread of diseases in livestock. The overall goal of a biosecurity plan is to safeguard herd health to support overall productivity and profit.
Source : missouri.edu