Farmers reminded to take measures to prevent avian flu

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets reminds New York poultry and dairy farmers to practice good ...
The Journal

Review biosecurity basics to keep your herd safe

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 ...
Fix It Homestead on MSN

If you keep backyard chickens, the H5N1 headlines are a reminder to tighten biosecurity basics

H5N1 headlines are unsettling for anyone who collects eggs from a coop instead of a carton, but they are also a practical ...
Fix It Homestead on MSN

The simple biosecurity routine small farms skip that matters most when flu news spikes

When headlines about bird flu spike, small farms often scramble to lock down their flocks, yet the most effective protection ...
University of Delaware

Leveling Up Poultry Biosecurity:

Dedicated footwear or disposable boots for each poultry house is best for biosecurity. Disposable boots can be purchased online or at local farm supply stores. Footbaths are for disinfection not for ...
The Journal

Enhanced biosecurity training helps beef cattle producers secure operations

As Texas livestock producers keep a watchful eye on emerging pests and other challenges like New World screwworm, farm biosecurity is at the forefront. Monte Rouquette, Ph.D., professor of forage ...