Think of a farm like a fortress; diseases are the invaders trying to get in. Instead of guessing where they come from, this project identifies the nine main 'doors' germs use to enter. It creates smart tools, like air-detectors and water cleaners, to lock those doors and keep animals healthy.
Pathogens enter farms through a few critical routes, causing massive economic losses. Current biosecurity measures often lack quantitative assessment tools and rapid detection capabilities.
A suite of hardware prototypes including air-virus detectors, cold plasma water sanitizers, and vehicle decontamination stations, alongside biosecurity assessment software.
If you are a farm operator dealing with sudden virus outbreaks like Avian Flu — this project developed a fast air-borne virus smart detector that can spot threats in minutes to prevent mass animal loss.
If you are a plant manager dealing with surface contamination — this project developed a rapid vehicle decontamination station and cold plasma water sanitization to stop pathogens from entering the facility.
If you are a manufacturer dealing with outdated barn designs — this project developed biosecure and environment-friendly hall and cooling systems to reduce disease transmission risks.
Based on available project data, specific pricing for the prototypes is not provided, though one device is explicitly described as 'low-cost'.
Yes, the project validates prototypes in operational environments including intensive cow, pig, chicken, turkey, sheep, and snail farms, as well as slaughter plants.
Based on available project data, the project is developing software to assess biosecurity and intends to propose it as a draft for a future EN standard.
The project involves liaising with authorities such as EFSA and OIE and reviews existing and developing biosecurity standards.
The project period runs until 2026-02-28, suggesting that final validation and maturity increases are ongoing until that date.
The consortium is well-balanced for commercialization, featuring 15 partners across 6 countries. With a 33% industry ratio (5 companies, including 3 SMEs), there is a strong link between the 8 academic/research entities and the actual market needs of the food supply chain.
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