Justin Chen

Avian Influenza (AI), commonly known as bird flu, is a highly contagious viral disease affecting poultry and other birds. It poses a serious threat to the poultry industries, causing significant economic losses due to high mortality rates, trade restrictions, and culling measures. The disease is particularly prevalent in Southeast Asia, where dense poultry farming and live bird markets facilitate ...

The reproductive system of swine plays a critical role in determining their breeding efficiency and overall health. Proper functioning of this system is essential for achieving optimal fertility rates, ensuring healthy offspring, and maintaining the sustainability of swine production. However, various factors, such as environmental stressors, oxidative damage, and nutritional deficiencies, can neg ...

Chronic Respiratory Disease (CRD) is one of the most common and economically significant diseases in the poultry industry worldwide. CRD primarily affects the respiratory system of chickens and turkeys, leading to symptoms such as coughing, nasal discharge, and reduced growth or egg production. The disease not only compromises flock health but also results in decreased feed efficiency, lower egg y ...

Feed additives play a crucial role in the livestock industry by enhancing animal health, productivity, and overall efficiency. These additives are designed to improve feed utilization, support growth, and prevent diseases, which are essential components of sustainable animal farming. By ensuring optimal nutrition and reducing reliance on antibiotics, feed additives contribute to the production of ...

Mycotoxins are toxic compounds produced by certain fungi that contaminate crops and animal feed under specific conditions. These toxins, such as aflatoxins, deoxynivalenol (DON), and ochratoxin A, pose serious health risks to animals and humans. Among their many effects, some mycotoxins directly impair the immune system, causing immunosuppression that weakens the body’s ability to fight infe ...