October 15, 2009
Blueprint focus
The news reports announcing the discovery of the H1N1 Flu Outbreak Virus on April 24, 2009 increased the urgency for proper biosecurity measures in hog operations. Producers continually face the challenge of managing the biosecurity of pigs, people, packages and pests as they redouble efforts to stave off costly swine diseases and retain their access to pork markets in this age of economic uncertainty.
Overview
Pinpointing the Principles of Biosecurity
Oct 15, 2009 12:00 PM, By Scott Dee, DVM; Andrea Pitkin, DVM; and Satoshi Otake, DVM, University of Minnesota
In today's pork industry, perhaps no issue is as critical to protecting and maintaining the health and efficiency of swine herds as a scientifically based...
Risk Assessment
Building Functional Biosecurity Plans
Oct 15, 2009 12:00 PM, By Rodney “Butch” Baker, DVM, College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University
Biosecurity efforts cost considerable resources, both human and financial, and must be predicated on economic considerations. However, when we consider...
Diagnostic Testing
Routine Sampling Helps Keep Herd Health Stable
Oct 15, 2009 12:00 PM, By Brad Leuwerke, DVM, and Darwin Reicks, DVM, Swine Vet Center, St. Peter, MN
Biosecurity programs, designed to prevent new disease entry and control diseases that already exist, have two parts: Procedures used every day to keep...
Sanitation Practices
Four Steps to Effective Cleaning And Disinfecting
Oct 15, 2009 12:00 PM, By Alex Ramirez, DVM, Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine, Iowa State University
Cleaning and disinfecting are critical parts of all biosecurity programs. The goal is not to completely sterilize the environment, but rather to decrease...
