ISSUE FOCUS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE April 2024 39 4. Effective Processing Techniques: The journey from raw ingredients to the final feed product necessitates effective processing techniques that not only enhance digestibility but also obliterate lurking pathogens. Thermal treatments, such as pelleting and extrusion, serve as potent weapons against microbial adversaries like Salmonella, ensuring that the feed is safe for consumption. BIOSECURITY: FORTIFYING THE FARM FORTRESS Biosecurity serves as the sentinel guarding the farm gates against the ingress of diseases and pathogens that threaten the health of our porcine companions. Let's explore how we can reinforce our biosecurity measures to combat the menace of PRRSV, PED, and ASF: 1. Stringent Access Controls: The first line of defense against disease incursion is controlling access to the farm premises. Restricted entry protocols, coupled with thorough disinfection procedures and the wearing of biosecurity attire, help prevent the inadvertent introduction of pathogens by personnel and vehicles. 2. Quarantine and Monitoring: Introducing new animals into the herd can be a double-edged sword, because it carries the potential for disease transmission. Implementing robust quarantine measures allows us to scrutinize incoming livestock for signs of illness and to monitor their health status before integrating them into the herd. 3. Sanitation and Disinfection: A clean environment is inhospitable to pathogens. Regular sanitation and disinfection of facilities, equipment, and vehicles help thwart the spread of diseases within the farm and minimize the risk of cross-contamination. 4. Surveillance and Early Detection: Vigilance is key to early disease detection. Implementing surveillance programs to monitor pig Supplant D Closing the biosecurity gap • Mitigates viral challenge in feed • Increases feed safety • Sustainable protection • Enhances performance agrimprove.com FeedLock®
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