BioSec Industry Briefing — Thursday, November 12, 2026

BioSec Bob here on Thursday, November 12, 2026 — let’s dig into what’s moving the needle for you today.
Pig World is calling on swine producers across the country to share their direct experience with African swine fever prevention and biosecurity practices. The publication wants farmers to document what’s actually working on their operations — the protocols, the barriers, the daily routines that are keeping ASF out. Producers who contribute will help build a clearer picture of real-world defenses that others can learn from and adapt.
Shifting focus to detection technology — Rural Radio Network reports six of America’s largest pork producers are now racing to implement new swine disease detection systems. These operations are testing early warning tools designed to catch respiratory and systemic illnesses before they spread through the barn. The speed and accuracy of these systems could reshape how quickly producers respond when animals show trouble.
Out of Nebraska this morning, Rural Radio Network is covering how DARO, a company based in that state, is moving fast on swine disease detection innovation. DARO’s technology is aimed at identifying illness markers earlier than traditional observation methods allow. The company’s approach reflects growing demand from producers for tools that catch problems when intervention is still possible.
On the treatment side, National Hog Farmer reports that a powder disinfectant formulation is showing real promise against PRRSV transmission in swine facilities. Lab and field testing indicates the product can reduce viral spread when applied to high-contact surfaces and equipment. Producers are watching these results closely as they evaluate their respiratory disease control strategies heading into winter.
Turning to poultry — The Guardian reports that bird flu concerns have prompted authorities in England and Scotland to order poultry farmers to keep flocks indoors immediately. The mandatory housing is a precautionary step as highly pathogenic avian influenza continues circulating in wild birds across Europe. While this order applies to UK operations, it reflects the disease pressure that could reach North American poultry regions.
Pork Business is publishing guidance on six critical issues every pork producer should understand before the calendar flips to 2027. The piece covers market dynamics, regulatory shifts, disease monitoring priorities, and operational decisions that’ll shape profitability in the year ahead. Worth reviewing before year-end planning gets underway.
Keep your disease watch sharp — these tools and protocols are evolving fast.