Temporal trends in biosecurity in Irish pig herds using a standardized scoring system.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Biosecurity measures are crucial to the introduction and spread of pathogens both within and between farms. External biosecurity focuses on preventing pathogens from entering or leaving the farm, while internal biosecurity aims to limit or stop the spread of pathogens within the farm. Implementing biosecurity measures not only protects animals from disease but also has positive effects on productivity, welfare and farm profitability. By reducing the need for antimicrobials, biosecurity measures also contribute to combating antimicrobial resistance. To assess and improve biosecurity, tools like Biocheck.UGent have been developed. In Ireland, the Biocheck.UGent tool has been widely used in pig farms since 2018. The aims of this study were firstly to assess temporal trends

SUBMITTER: Correia-Gomes C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11780990 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature