Small-Scale Organic Vegetable Farm Biosecurity Checklist

Farm Details

Farm Name: Location: Date of Assessment: Assessed by:

Entry Control

Entry points to the farm are limited and clearly marked Visitors and vehicles are tracked/logged Footbaths/wheelbaths are provided at main entry points Comments:

Sanitation

Handwashing stations available for staff and visitors Equipment routinely cleaned and disinfected Clean clothing provided for farm personnel Comments:

Crop Management

Only healthy seeds and seedlings are used Records of crop planting and harvesting are kept Disease monitoring is performed regularly Comments:

Soil and Water Management

Soil amendments/organic inputs are sourced safely Water source is tested and clean Watering equipment is maintained and clean Comments:

Pest and Weed Control

Integrated pest management is practiced Weeds are managed to minimize pest habitat Field borders/buffers are maintained Comments:

Animal and Livestock Management

Domestic animals are restricted from production areas Evidence of wild animal intrusion is monitored Measures in place to deter wildlife Comments:

Training and Record Keeping

Personnel trained in biosecurity best practices Incident logs and corrective actions kept Records maintained for at least 2 years Comments: