Biosecurity in Poultry Farms

This addresses the disinfection of materials, people and equipment entering the farm and the cleanliness of the personnel on the farm. The goal of farm sanitation is to maintain a healthy environment for the chicken flock. It reduces. It can be achieved by:

III. a. Daily removal and disposal of dead birds to prevent contact with insects, rodents or animals that might present in the farm.

III. b. The area around poultry sheds should be kept clean from vegetation, food waste and litter.

III. c. Water Testing should be done at regular intervals.

III. d. Proper ventilation with adequate air flow in all sheds is recommended.

III. e. Feeding pans and drinking equipment used in the shed area should be kept clean daily

III. f. Scrubbing should be done and then application of hot water followed by disinfection with an effective disinfectant.

III. g. Poultry equipment such as egg crates, cages, shovels or rakes, should not be shared between family or neighboring farms. Plastic or metal equipment may be preferred over wooden material.

III. h. Clean feeders and waterers daily.