In this episode of the Progressive Dairy Podcast, Dr. Mark Kinsel joins host Kimmi Devaney for a discussion about biosecurity. With recent reports of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy herds across multiple states, this is a timely topic that is on the minds of many dairy producers right now. As a veterinarian, Kinsel shares how to put together a biosecurity plan, how to manage animals on multiple sites to protect herd health, considerations for fairs and shows, and other key insights producers should know.

Reach Dr. Kinsel at mkinsel@agrimetrica.com


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Season 6, Episode 17

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Here's a breakdown of the episode:

  • [~1:05] About Kinsel’s background
  • [~4:10] What is biosecurity, and why does it matter?
  • [~6:40] What are the most important biosecurity practices that producers should implement ASAP?
  • [~8:10] Components of a biosecurity plan
  • [~8:35] People on the farm: farm owners/employees and other visitors
  • [~11:45] Where to draw the line of separation
  • [~14:35] Vehicles on the farm
  • [~16:20] Tips for service professionals on farms
  • [~17:40] Cattle movement on the farm
  • [~21:40] Communicating changes with your team/veterinarian
  • [~22:13] Mortality management
  • [~23:40] Proper feed and water storage
  • [~24:40] Bird management
  • [~25:50] Biosecurity when taking animals to shows and fairs
  • [~28:45] Tips for biosecurity when managing animals on multiple sites
  • [~31:20] What information should producers be sharing with their veterinarians?
  • [~34:25] Having a list of key contacts that you may need during an outbreak or other problem
  • [~35:40] Helpful resources – Secure Milk Supply, working with veterinarian, FARM Program, dairy extension, state departments of agriculture, etc.
  • [~39:45] Rapid-fire questions

For more information about managing pest birds on the farm, check out this recent article from Amber Adams-Progar.


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