Table 1 Commonly required measures in cattle herds with restrictions due to detection of salmonella

Improved stable hygiene i.e. adequate cleaning and bedding materials

Hygiene barriers between different groups of animals e.g. change of boots and separate tools

Separate tools and vehicles for handling feed and manure

Improved feed hygiene i.e. a clean feed chain including a clean feeding table

Improved water hygiene including clean drinking cups

Having a control program for pests in place

Avoiding overcrowding of animals in stables

Good management routines around calvings including early removal of calves from their dams

Good management and feeding routines for new born calves

Keeping areas around stables clean

Keeping fences around pastures intact

Hygienisation of manure before surface spread

Thorough cleaning of stables at the end of restrictions including replacement of fittings that cannot be properly cleaned