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The Financial Impact of Biosecurity Spotlight
Biosecurity, the practices and measures taken to prevent the introduction and spread of harmful organisms that can negatively impact animals and humans alike, is critical for maintaining our agricultural output and public health.
While the importance of proactive biosecurity in preventing diseases like avian influenza, foot-and-mouth disease, and African swine fever is well-established, the financial impact of these biosecurity measures is underexplored and most probably profoundly underestimated.
This article explores the financial impact of biosecurity, drawing on examples from Livetec and other sources, while considering how the effective implementation of these practices can significantly benefit the agricultural industry.
Cost-Effective Biosecurity: Prevention Through Practical Measures
Strong biosecurity doesn’t have to be expensive. Livetec’s approach shows that simple, practical measures can greatly reduce disease risks and improve flock productivity.
Our spotlight explores how cost-effective, behavioural changes supported by the Livestock Protect Platform and eBAS system help farmers protect their livestock and livelihoods, including:
- What cost-effective biosecurity looks like
- Simple on-farm changes that make a big difference
- The economic benefits of prevention
“Examples such as simply adding locks to gates, parking all cars outside the unit and providing biosecurity signage and clear instructions for visitors, can alleviate the risk of disease ‘walking’ into your farm. In contrast fitting expensive automated wheel disinfection systems (in isolation) is rarely as effective as they can only mitigate the risk not halt it.”
Dr Paul Talling
Disease outbreaks can devastate farms and the wider food industry, leading to livestock losses, costly restocking, and supply chain disruption. The good news? Strong biosecurity doesn’t have to be time-consuming or expensive.
Our spotlight shows how just a small daily effort and a fraction of your budget can make a real difference. Learn practical steps to protect your flock, minimise financial risk, and safeguard your farm against notifiable diseases like Avian Influenza.
The Financial Case for Biosecurity
Biosecurity isn’t just about protecting animals, it’s about protecting the long-term health and stability of farms, the wider agricultural sector, and communities. Preventative measures help reduce disease risk, improve productivity, and minimise costly disruptions, making them a smart and sustainable investment for any farm business.
How Livetec Can Help?
We specialise in practical, cost-effective biosecurity solutions tailored to your farm. Our expert team works with you to reduce disease risk and protect long-term productivity through a range of services, including:
- Biosecurity Advisory Service
- Contingency Plan
- Biosecurity Plan
- Emergency Response Plan
- National Outbreak Plan
- Cleansing and Disinfection Plan
- Livestock Protect Platform
Find out how the Livetec team can help safeguard your business with bespoke biosecurity solutions.