Table 2 Structure and purpose of farm visits (for specification of HACCP steps see Table 1)
Farm visit (month) | Discussion inside 'at the kitchen table' & purpose | Practical issues outside in the barn' | HACCP steps |
|---|---|---|---|
February | Explain purpose of field experiment. General discussion to get insight in on-farm young stock management. Creating the process diagram. | Tour and inspection of the farm, to get a general impression and verification of the young stock rearing management. | Step two and three. Step four. |
March | Verify the process diagram. Identify the hazards and CCP's. Set targets and tolerances. Discuss plan of action/protocols (e.g. parts from HACCP Handbook for young stock rearing). | Determine IgG level in calves. Young stock growth measurements. | Step five. Step six and seven. Step eight. Step nine and ten. Step eleven. |
May | Evaluation of the HACCP field experiment. | Tour and inspection of the farm, to get a general impression and verification of the young stock rearing management. Determine IgG level in calves. | Step twelve. Step nine. |