UVM Reference Number: C0943
Summary:
This easy-to-use software tool allows anyone with an internet connection to generate a standardized biosecurity premises map, without the need for costly or computationally intensive GIS applications.
Technology Overview:
By meeting Secure Food Supply requirements, dairy, beef, poultry, pork, and sheep industries can be better protected in case of an emergency animal disease outbreak. Developing a map alongside an enhanced biosecurity plan can facilitate rapid response to emergencies, and the maintenance of a stable food supply. This technology is an application tailored for the easy creation of such a map.
The user simply enters an address, and the software automatically pulls up an aerial view. The user then accesses intuitive point, line, and polygon drawing tools to place features created in standardized colors to generate a compliant biosecurity map. This technology removes the need for costly or difficult-to-use software packages and tools.
Advantages:
• User friendly - only requires an internet connection
• Inexpensive - less costly than ArcGIS or Microsoft tools
• Standardized - created for compliance with Secure Food Supply guidance
Applications:
• Developing an emergency response plan on farms of any size
• Preparing for livestock disease or other threats to food supply
Seeking:
• Licensing
• Development partner
