Biosecurity

Biosecurity refers to hygiene measures taken in the environment of livestock which protect the herds from contracting new, infectious diseases while simultaneously minimizing the spread of infectious pathogenic agents among the animals.

House flies and litter beetle (Alphitobius diaperinus) are known carriers of infectious pathogens such as Salmonella, E. coli, Campylobacter, Newcastle Disease Virus and Coccidia. A drop in the quality of farm produce (e.g., flyspeck on eggs) or an increased fly problem in neighboring residential areas can cause serious problems for farmers.

Rats and mice eat and contaminate animal feed and are also dangerous transmitters of disease. Moreover, these rodents damage animal housing and electric lines.

In addition to vector control (of insects and rodents), thorough cleaning and disinfecting can significantly minimize the infection pressure from pathogens, and prevent the spread of infectious disease.

The Bayer Biosecurity program combines pest control programs with disinfection measures and lays the foundation for animal farming that is both fair to the animals and profitable for the farmer.