The confirmation of the first outbreak of Contagious Nodular Dermatosis (CND) in Spain, detected in a bovine farm in Castelló d'Empúries (Girona), has been an important warning for the whole livestock sector (source: Animal's Health) . The disease, which was already present in neighbouring countries such as France and Italy, has activated the European contingency plan, and the Catalan government has immobilised more than 800 livestock farms and 93,000 animals in a radius of 50 kilometres around the affected farm.
Immediate measures and restriction zones
According to information published by Galician countryside and the Ministry of Agriculture, The reaction was immediate. An emergency zone was declared. 50 km containment, consisting of a 20 km protection zone (minimum 28 days) and an additional 30 km surveillance zone, which will be maintained for at least a further 17 days. In this perimeter has been ordered to be immobilised of cattle, except for consignments for slaughter, and systematic clinical inspections at farm level have been initiated.
On the affected farm - a feedlot with 123 calves - sanitary emptying has already been carried out, with the removal of animals, manure, feed, milk, hides and skins and any related products. In addition, it has been cleaned and disinfected of all facilities, vehicles and materials, under strict control of inputs and outputs.
The Regional Minister for Agriculture, Óscar Ordeig, highlighted the professionalism of the affected farm and the rapid coordination between the veterinary services, underlining that this is a animal health disease that does not affect people, The EU's trade policy is not a "free trade agreement", but it can have serious economic consequences due to trade restrictions and the possible temporary blocking of exports.
A threat that reinforces the need for biosecurity
The outbreak in the Alt Empordà is a reminder that diseases can appear even in areas with high sanitary standards. In this case, the virus is transmitted mainly because of insect bites (mosquitoes, flies, horseflies or ticks) and also by contaminated tools or materials -vehicles, equipment or materials.
Therefore, the authorities have insisted on the need to reinforce biosecurity measures in all livestock farms, especially in access control and disinfection of vehicles and persons entering or leaving the farm.
This is where Porinox offers professional solutions specifically designed to prevent this type of risk.
Porinox disinfection arches: first line of defence
The disinfection arches Porinox products have become an essential tool for maintaining biosecurity in pig, cattle and poultry farms. Manufactured entirely in stainless steel, they guarantee resistance, durability and easy cleaning, even in environments with high humidity or intensive use of chemical products.
Your spraying system covers comprehensively the surface of the vehicles, including tyres, underbody and sidewalls, ensuring homogeneous disinfection at every step.
Key advantages of Porinox disinfection arches:
- Manufacturing 100% stainless, durable and corrosion-free.
- Automatic activation by with photocells or push button, according to needs.
- Low maintenance and efficient consumption of disinfectant.
- Quick installation, adaptable to any access point.
In a situation of health emergency As is the case today, these systems become a physical and chemical barrier to pathogens, minimising the risk of viruses entering or leaving the farm.
Porinox biosecurity solutions: beyond the arc
Biosecurity does not end at vehicle access. Every point of entry, transit or exit within the farm can become a pathway for the transmission of pathogens. This is why Porinox has developed a complete range of stainless steel solutions that reinforce hygiene and safety at all stages of daily work.
Among the most prominent systems are:
- Sanitary locker rooms that clearly demarcate clean and dirty areas, ensuring compliance with personnel entry protocols. Its modular design facilitates installation and maintenance, even in high humidity environments.
- Bootstrap The stainless steel lockers complement the sanitary changing rooms, allowing hygienic drying and storage of footwear, and preventing cross-contamination between clean and dirty areas.
- Disinfection arches, designed for the complete sanitisation of vehicles prior to access to the halls, reinforcing comprehensive entry control and minimising the risk of pathogen introduction.
Each piece of equipment is manufactured to the highest standards of quality and durability, with a focus on ergonomics, cleanability and corrosion resistance. Together, they form a comprehensive shield that protects both production and the farm's sanitary reputation.
Real prevention, losses avoided
The immobilisation of 800 livestock farms in Girona shows how a single outbreak can paralyse an entire region. Farms that already have biosecurity measures installed, such as the Porinox disinfection arches, have a clear advantage: they react faster, avoid prolonged shutdowns and minimise production losses.
In addition, Porinox equipment is designed to be integrated into official cleaning and disinfection protocols required by the authorities, facilitating compliance with European regulations and offering real guarantees of health safety.
Conclusion
The outbreak of Contagious Nodular Dermatosis in Girona has highlighted that biosecurity is not optionalis a prerequisite for maintaining production and protecting the future of the livestock sector.
Porinox biosecurity products represent the first line of defence against viruses and pathogens, ensuring that every farm is prepared for any threat.
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