Innovation for Agriculture has successfully delivered the first two of three planned focus groups, bridging the gap between the University of Nottingham, local farmers, and veterinary professionals.

The collaborative sessions are designed to gather crucial field insights before launching a brand-new biosecurity pilot scheme.

The initiative kicked off at Cirencester Livestock Market for its first session, followed closely by a second meeting at Melton Mowbray Livestock Market. Organisers report that both events yielded highly interesting insights, highlighting the practical challenges and opportunities farmers face regarding disease prevention on the ground.

Seeking Pilot Farms

The final focus group is scheduled to take place at Strawberry Fields in Lifton, where researchers hope to finalise their preliminary findings.

Following the conclusion of this third session, the team will officially begin its search for forward-thinking pilot farms. These selected farms will play a vital role in testing and refining the new biosecurity framework in real-world scenarios.

For livestock producers looking to stay ahead of disease management trends, the upcoming pilot presents a unique opportunity to trial the framework firsthand.