Global trade is important and brings many benefits. But trade can also spread pests and pathogens that harm agricultural crops and the natural environment. For farmers and exporters, identifying the ...

Attention to dead animal removal, repairs and maintenance crews, and people and pig movement are just some examples where ...

When most people think of biosecurity, two aspects initially come to mind. Firstly, the prevention of the incursion of naturally occurring infectious agents from one area to another. Typically, this ...

A rodent biosecurity program that includes periodic evaluation of procedures used in an institution's vivarium can be used to ensure that best practices are in place to prevent a microbial pathogen ...

This brief concludes the CSIS Defense-Industrial Initiative Group's series on enhancing future biosecurity, examining three cross-national case studies and aspects of the U.S. response, to provide ...

The discovery of fruit fly eggs in Australian rock melon released for sale in our supermarkets is yet another example of the breakdown in biosecurity systems, says National Biosecurity spokesman Shane ...

The Covid pandemic exacerbated fear and panic regarding the potential for a future bioterrorism agent. As the lab leak theory continues to cause debate, politicians want to be able to tell their ...

Biosafety and biosecurity are vital components of life science research. As such, funding for research with infectious agents or toxins should take into account the type of work being proposed, the ...

Massey’s Certificate in Border and Biosecurity is a part-time, multi-disciplinary border and biosecurity qualification. You can choose from a wide range of subject areas including plant and animal ...

When most people think of biosecurity, two aspects initially come to mind. Firstly, the prevention of the incursion of naturally occurring infectious agents from one area to another. Typically, this ...