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Poultry biosecurity
Biosecurity is a key management tool and an essential part of any successful poultry production system: it can be defined as the planning and implementation of a set of measures to protect domestic poultry flocks against the introduction of unwanted organisms. Because of the concentration in size and location of poultry flocks in current commercial production operations and the inherent disease risks associated with this type of production, it is imperative that poultry producers practice daily biosecurity measures. Developing and practicing daily biosecurity procedures as best management practices on poultry farms will reduce the possibility of introducing infectious diseases such as Avian Influenza and Exotic Newcastle as well as many others. Contract poultry growers should be familiar with the specifics of their company’s biosecurity protocols and work closely with company representatives to implement those programs.
I. INTRODUCTION The Australian commercial chicken industry is experiencing major changes; a significant proportion of both meat and layer farm types are becoming free range and this is driven by consumer demand (ACMF 2011; AECL 2015). Amongst industry experts, there is concern the risk of disease introduction and spread in Australian commercial chicken farms will be raised from the increased potential of interactions between wildlife and commercial chickens on free range farms (Scott...
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Litter management is a cornerstone of sustainable poultry production, directly impacting bird health, environmental safety, and community acceptance. Among the many challenges faced by poultry producers, fly infestation and persistent odour remain the most difficult to control....
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There is an increasing trend of raising backyard poultry in urban and suburban settings across Australia, with Australian Egg Corporation Ltd. reporting backyard chicken coops accounting for almost 12 per cent of the nation's total egg production and 393 million eggs produced in metropolitan and regional gardens. However, there is no national or state legislation/policy in place currently for backyard poultry keeping and the issue is managed by local governments at a council level who...
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1. Introduction In conventional poultry farming, the risk of transmission of infectious diseases, increased by, e.g., high stocking density, low genetic variation, suboptimal ventilation, and immunosuppression, represents a serious challenge for birds’ health and welfare [1,2]. Against this background, biosecurity represents one of the most powerful instruments to mitigate the risk of introduction (external biosecurity) and subsequent spread (internal biosecurity) of...
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Alberto Torres (Exports Manager, Cobb-Vantress) comments on AI outbreaks as a major disruption in international breeding stock trade, especially poultry meat, during this Engormix interview....
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1. Introduction In Ethiopia, poultry production plays a crucial role in animal agriculture, driven by the growing demand for poultry meat and eggs, which are important sources of protein and income [1,2]. Poultry farming significantly contributes to food security and economic stability [3,4]. However, the poultry industry in Ethiopia is confronted with a complex web of challenges that significantly hinder its productivity and sustainability [4,5]. Chief among these are the...
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Low Protein Diets Downregulate Hepatic Enzymes Responsible for Nonessential Amino Acid Synthesis in Broilers
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Managing flies in poultry farms is crucial for maintaining flock health, ensuring optimal productivity, and protecting public health. Flies thrive in poultry environments due to the availability of manure, spilled feed, and warm, humid conditions. To address this issue, it is essential to adopt a multi-faceted approach that incorporates changes in nutrition, management, water use, environment, and pest control strategies. Understanding the Fly Problem in Poultry...
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1. Introduction Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a phenomenon where microorganisms develop resistance to specific antimicrobial agents, posing serious health risks [1]. According to conservative estimates, AMR is projected to be responsible for 10 million deaths annually by 2050 [2]. Currently, the European Union (EU) reports that over 670,000 infections are linked to AMR each year, resulting in nearly 33,000 deaths directly attributable to confirmed resistance [3]. Poultry...
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Developing effective natural solutions for animals - Liptosa: 2020 Summary and 2021 Challenges
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Mr Ravindran Marimuthu, Senior Technical Manager at Hy-Line India, talks about the advanced biosecurity measures and performance-driven farming practices applied in India...
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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...
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Current market review and perspective of Florfenicol, Tilmicocin, vitamins and aminoacids
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Ottawa, ONTARIO — The countdown is on for the 9th annual Animal Nutrition Conference of Canada (ANCC) taking place May 7–9 in Niagara Falls, Ontario. With early bird registration ending April 11, now is the time to lock in...
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In this Engormix interview during IPPE 2025 in Atlanta, USA, Tom Tabler (University of Tennessee) explains the need for a good biosecurity plan in poultry farms and how recent outbreaks like Avian Influenza remind the industry of its relevance....
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Feed Conversion Ratio: Unveiling the Secrets of Sustainable Livestock Production
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Annie Kneedler (Chief of Party – USAID TRANSFORM at Cargill) comments on the TRANSFORM project activities and how to improve animal health through global collaboration, in this Engormix interview....
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Jose Linares (Ceva Animal Health) explains how to correctly identify and prevent this contagious viral disease in this Engormix interview during IPPE 2025 in Atlanta, USA....
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Jonathan Cade comments on his new role as Chairman of the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association
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The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) announced today that it will proceed as planned, Jan. 28-30, 2025 in Atlanta, following recent detections of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Georgia.
On Friday, the Georgia Department of Agriculture suspended all poultry exhibitions that display live birds, shows, swaps, meets and sales (e.g., flea market or auction market). However, Commissioner Tyler Harper confirmed that this does not apply to IPPE, given that no live...
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Alberto Torres (Exports Manager, Cobb-Vantress) offers insights and recommendations on international guidelines and regional restrictions regarding Avian Influenza, in this Engormix interview....
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South American countries such as Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay reported the detection of HPAIV H5N1 clade 2.3.4.4 b in domestic and wild birds for the first time in the region from the end of 2022 to the beginning of 2023. Human infections were reported for the first time in South America, Ecuador, and Chile. Since October 2022, the PREVIR-MCTI network, a Brazilian network for virus surveillance in wild animals, has been collecting samples from asymptomatic wild...
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Suresh Chitturi (Managing Director, Srinivasa Farms) comments on India’s main strengths, consumer trends, and the evolution of poultry operations in the country, during this Engormix interview....
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Introducing Afla-V ONE: Safe, Sustainable Aflatoxin Detection for Complete Feeds and Pet Foods
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Grain management, food safety, genetics, biosecurity and bird health will be the featured topics at the 2025 Latin American Poultry Summit. The theme, “Factors Affecting Efficient Poultry Marketing,” will be explored through a robust program featuring technical experts, key...
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Poultry industry experts at the 2025 Latin American Poultry Summit will present information on factors that affect the efficient marketing of poultry farming. The program is organized into five sessions – grain management, food safety, genetics, breeding and health – and will take place on Monday,...
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