Why is it Important to Disinfect a Poultry House?

Why is it Important to Disinfect a Poultry House?

Used as part of a health management programme, a good poultry farm disinfectant will help to protect poultry from diseases, infections and parasites. There are two critical aspects to this: Following a rigorous and regular process, and Applying an effective DEFRA...
Is Hydrogen Peroxide Safe for Skin?

Is Hydrogen Peroxide Safe for Skin?

Hydrogen peroxide has uses as both a disinfectant and a biocide, and it is an effective hand and surface disinfectant. But it is also a powerful chemical compound and has a range of applications as a bleaching agent. So what makes it safe for use on skin as a hydrogen...
How to Prevent Food-and-Mouth Disease in Livestock

How to Prevent Food-and-Mouth Disease in Livestock

In 2001, there was a serious outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the UK. Officially, there were 2,000 cases, but in reality the impact was much more extensive. Farms where there was an outbreak of FMD had to have all their livestock killed and burned. Of the...
How Effective are Natural Disinfectants?

How Effective are Natural Disinfectants?

How Effective are Natural Disinfectants? There are various products and materials which act as natural disinfectants, but how effective are they? What is a Natural Disinfectant? A natural disinfectant is something that has a disinfecting action or effect, but contains...
Can You Use UV to Disinfect Water?

Can You Use UV to Disinfect Water?

One method of disinfecting water is UV disinfection. This method does not involve chemicals, or applying heat. It uses ultraviolet (UV) to attack the microorganisms at are in water systems and supplies. This method is effective, but it can also have its limitations....
What are the Common Uses of Hydrogen Peroxide?

What are the Common Uses of Hydrogen Peroxide?

Hydrogen peroxide is an effective disinfectant and biocide as a water treatment chemical. It has other uses, too, because you can change its reaction conditions. But as the basis for water treatment, hydrogen peroxide has several key benefits as a high-level...