»Farm Biosecurity Essentials«
Bio security involves a set of measures that are put in place to keep livestock and crops healthy both on farm and in market places.
Additionally, bio security is key to secure farm against pests and diseases which can cause a low farm production, additionally, the responsibility for bio security does not end when plant or animals leave the farm gate. It is always advisable to correctly apply and store farm chemicals to avoid development of resistance in pests and diseases.
Measures to practice
Ensure crops and livestock are in good health before transporting them to markets to avoid crops and animals disease spread to other health crops and animals. Additionally, before taking animals for sale and exhibitions ensure that places have bio security measures set already. Furthermore, maintain a clean good farm hygiene and use clean water to wash farm outputs. Always dispose off manure and waste properly by burring in a special segregated area. Lastly, after selling keep left overs separate to prevent introduction of new pests and diseases on farm.
