National Farm-level Mink Biosecurity Standard


Book Description

This guide provides suggestions and examples of what farm infrastructure, such as farm layout, biosecure zones, and required equipment, is recommended and the type of work procedures, training, and routine documentation that should be implemented to achieve the desired target outcomes in the National Farm-Level Mink Biosecurity Standard. Appendix A provides a glossary of terms, and Appendix B highlights additional suggested references for producers.--Document.
















National Farm-level Biosecurity Standard for the Goat Industry


Book Description

"The National Farm-Level Biosecurity Standard for the Goat Industry identifies areas of the farm or farm practices for producers to consider when developing biosecurity plans for their goat operations. Identifying the possible risks of the introduction of infectious agents to the farm and the practical methods to limiting those risks is key to creating a biosecurity plan. Taking into account the farm facilities, the herd's disease status, an individual goat's health status and genetics, and the farm's production objectives and management strategies will also improve its value"--page 5.




National Voluntary Farm-level Biosecurity Standard for the Grains and Oilseeds Industry


Book Description

Biosecurity refers to a series of management practices designed to prevent, minimize, and control the introduction, spread, and release of plant pests, which include insects, nematodes, weeds, molluscs, bacteria, fungi, and viruses. This documented biosecurity voluntary standard provides the following: a methodical approach for the farmer to evaluate areas where the farm may be at risk (from pests); and a means to develop a farm-specific biosecurity plan, or the basis for developing management strategies to mitigate biosecurity risks.--Document.