BioSec Bob here on Saturday, May 30, 2026 — let’s get right into it.
First up on the swine side: National Hog Farmer is reporting that execution matters more than theory when it comes to biosecurity. Producers who have the protocols in place are seeing real results, but the gap between what farms document and what actually happens on the ground is still costing the industry. The message from boots-on-ground operators is straightforward — it’s not enough to have a biosecurity plan on paper. Training staff, holding people accountable to procedures, and catching lapses before they become problems are where the real protection lives.
Over on poultry, Feedstuffs has word that the USDA is officially pushing back the effective date for its new poultry payment rule. The delay gives integrators and growers more time to adjust their systems and understand the requirements before they’re locked in. No new date has been announced yet, but the agency acknowledged that the original timeline wasn’t workable for all parties involved.
Back to swine disease strategy — SwiftCurrentOnline is covering a webinar designed to walk producers through practical disease prevention approaches. The session will focus on tools and tactics that farms can implement now, rather than theoretical frameworks. That one’s worth your time if you’re looking to tighten up your herd health protocols.
The USDA has finalized some changes to swine inspection procedures, according to The Pig Site, and the expectation is that these revisions will reduce costs for the industry. The adjustments center on streamlining how facilities are evaluated without cutting corners on food safety oversight. That’s money back in operations that were already stretched thin on margins.
Turning to disease pressure — 3tres3.com is reporting that Poland confirmed its first outbreak of African Swine Fever in pigs this year, hitting a farm with 21,390 animals. It’s a reminder that even with all the biosecurity in place, ASF remains a constant threat in regions where it’s established. That farm’s situation is going to be watched closely for disease control outcomes.
And one more — North Carolina State University’s Food Animal Initiative is developing what they’re calling a Manure Marketplace tool. The platform is designed to help poultry producers connect manure as a resource rather than just a disposal problem. Early work suggests there’s real economic potential if the logistics can be sorted out.
Check your staff compliance today — that’s where most biosecurity plans actually break down.