Resilience isn’t luck, it’s engineered.
Resilience used to mean a sturdy gate and good biosecurity. In 2025, it means data, digital tools, and a plan that updates as fast as the threats do. As Julian Sparrey told webinar attendees: “It’s time to turn resilience from a policy document into real-world practice.”
- The data advantage
When crises unfold, information is power. Digital record-keeping allows farms to share accurate data instantly from movement logs to water consumption reducing investigation delays and protecting welfare.
With Livetec’s Livestock Protect Platform producers can access:
- National outbreak guidance in real time
- Disease control zone maps
- Licensing requirements for movements
- Secure data storage and reporting tools
In short: clarity under pressure.
- Technology meets teamwork
Technology can’t replace human judgment, but it can support it. The most resilient farms pair smart systems with trained teams who know how to act on the information. Run digital drills. Update your emergency contacts monthly. Sync your records across teams and suppliers. Technology is only as strong as the people using it.
- The new expectation
Retailers, insurers, and consumers now expect visible preparedness. Response plans are no longer optional, they’re an assurance of professionalism, ethics, and care. Dr Jess Martin predicts this shift will accelerate: “Having a plan isn’t just operationally smart — it’s ethically essential.” By documenting response readiness, farms strengthen their position with regulators and partners, demonstrating responsibility beyond compliance.
- Engineering everyday resilience
Resilience isn’t built during crisis; it’s engineered in daily practice. Five steps every future-ready farm should take:
- Create and review a contingency plan yearly.
- Keep digital, shareable records.
- Train staff on One Welfare principles.
- Conduct annual mock response exercises.
- Partner with Livetec for on-site audits and tailored support.
Looking ahead
With disease threats intensifying and consumer scrutiny rising, proactive resilience is now a competitive advantage. As Julian concluded: “You want to be back producing food for the country again; fast, safe, and confident.”
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