THE SECURE FOOD SYSTEM: A CROSS-COMMODITY RISK-BASED APPROACH FOR PRESERVING AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS CONTINUITY DURING DISEASE EMERGENCIES

We propose to expand the SFS platform to address new movements, new pathogens, and newapproachesfollowing these threeobjectives:Assess the risk ofanimalmovements andtheiragricultural productsduringan outbreak and translatethe risk-based scienceinto workable movement permit guidances.The SFS platform utilizes the best available data in its analyses forproactiverisk assessments and translates the science of the RAs topermit guidanceswithpractical stepsoutlined.Develop tactical strategies to limitforeign animal disease (FAD)outbreak spread in integrated agriculture systems.Farm, system and regional biosecurity strategies are used to protect herds and flocks from diseaseand reduceriskof infection. The SFS platform risk assessments evaluate critical exposure pathways to understand overall risk.Risk assessments include precise biosecurity strategies to mitigate potential exposure pathwaysand thuscan effectively prevent infectionslimitingoutbreak expansion.Conduct outreach on emergency preparedness and the SFS platform.Outreach is an essential part of the SFS platform because emergencies are infrequent events. People need reminders and practice to remember what to doduringan emergency response. Specifically in this proposal, we will promote understanding of the SFS withscenario based educationexercises, by posting information on our website, and by conducting targeted outreach with specific audiences