The cleaning experts at Atmosphere Supply have written and published a book designed to educate equine farm managers, owners, breeders, professionals, enthusiasts, veterinarians, farriers, therapists, industry associated vendors and more about Biosecurity on and off farm. Everyone directly involved in the equine industry has a role to play, and this book takes the mystery out of Biosecurity.

Titled “Biosecurity for the Equine Industry”, the 98-page book outlines what Biosecurity is, what it’s not, and why it is important. It is written at a farm manager level, not a veterinary level and so it is not overly technical, nor scientific. The book outlines all the real, perceived and unperceived challenges on a horse farm that impact Biosecurity. Every employee on-farm must be aware of their role in preventing equine diseases from spreading and should be encouraged to read this book.

The overall goal of writing the book was to help simplify the complex and daunting task of instituting a relevant Biosecurity strategy on farms. Each farm has unique challenges which impact animal health, and  no cookie-cutter program exists. The book helps readers create farm-specific plans.

The reader will identify the challenges on and off their farm which impact them. This enables them to begin taking simple steps that make a significant difference in: (A) preventing diseases coming onto your farm, (B) stopping diseases moving about your farm and (C) preventing diseases leaving your farm.

Once a strategy has been planned and written down, Biosecurity Protocols or SOPs (standard operating procedures) can be written and distributed to all staff. Staff education sessions are crucial to ensure that everyone is on the same page and working as a team. Team participation in Biosecurity saves horses time and money. More time off and less money spent on veterinary bills equals a happier farm.

The book provides solid ideas and suggested protocols to help readers simplify and efficiently implement an effective Biosecurity plan. Knowing which tools, equipment, chemicals and techniques are available is invaluable, as is knowing how and when to use them. Actually following your farm protocols is THE KEY.  Ultimately, this is about keeping your beloved horses healthy, and your neighbor’s too.

The book is available as a FREE interactive PDF with “live links” to all reference materials (email your book request), or as a Spiral bound hardcopy (Order here). The book is a living document and will be updated periodically when new or relevant information is discovered that will positively impact equine professionals involved in Biosecurity. An updated version can be requested periodically by email.