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Managing protozoal diseases in turkeys: There’s a lot we need to learn

Three experts from research, production and industry share their experiences and offer insights for addressing protozoal diseases in turkeys.
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Back-to-basics for managing health of cage-free pullets

Poultry producers with cage-free pullet systems should go back to the basics of bird management to keep their flocks healthy and productive.
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Automation key to ensuring sanitation in ‘no antibiotics ever’ systems

Labor shortages in hatcheries mean that to ensure appropriate levels of sanitation in “no antibiotics ever” production, wholesale automation is likely to be...
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Circulation fans reduce severity of footpad dermatitis

Footpad dermatitis causes significant foot problems for broilers, which adversely affects bird welfare and the market for broiler paws, according to research from the...
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Nutritionist: Understanding probiotics is key to managing them effectively in poultry

With the ever-increasing shift to “no-antibiotics-ever” (NAE) production, probiotics have become more common in poultry diets, said Elizabeth Bobeck, PhD, a...
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Shedding light on LED lamps and dimmers: They’re not all a match

Getting the correct lighting is important in poultry houses to help maximize the birds’ genetic potential; however, too often there’s a disconnect between the LED...
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Too few aware of FSIS guidelines about live Salmonella vaccines

By Douglas L. Fulnechek, DVM, Senior Public Health Veterinarian, Zoetis
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Improving Salmonella surveillance in turkeys

High-profile Salmonella outbreaks in turkeys in recent years have shown the need for improved surveillance in the turkey industry.
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Anticoccidial sensitivity tests: Useful or not?

By Philip A. Stayer, DVM, MS, ACPV, Corporate Veterinarian, Sanderson Farms, Inc.
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Salmonella and coccidiosis: Is there a connection?

Chuck Hofacre, DVM, PhD, of the University of Georgia, talks about the relationship of salmonella and coccidiosis in poultry. He also offers tips for minimizing the...
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Coccidiosis: An old problem with some new challenges

Coccidiosis in broiler houses remains a nagging challenge. While clinical manifestations are rare, it’s the subclinical condition that impacts the flock through poor...
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Breed may impact broiler response to Salmonella infection

Research at the University of Arkansas suggests broiler breed could affect birds’ immune response to Salmonella exposure, according to Shawna Weimer, PhD, director of...
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Windrowing litter can reduce pressure from poultry viruses, insects and bacteria

Poultry producers looking to improve litter quality and flock health should consider windrowing — a practice that not only works to control ammonia in the...
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Surveillance, careful vaccine selection tops “shoot-in-the-dark” strategy for IB control

Microbiologist Mark Jackwood, PhD, University of Georgia, urges producers not to “shoot in the dark” with infectious bronchitis vaccines and, instead, to focus on...
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Highlights of a roundtable discussion

In this lively roundtable discussion, a distinguished panel of experts share their candid insights on poultry health and food safety.
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Salmonella Proceedings

Listen to or download the podcast Preharvest Salmonella Control: Raising the Standard for Safe Poultry Highlights of a roundtable discussion More stringent standards...
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Reusing poultry litter may reduce antibiotic-resistant Salmonella

Infectious Diseases

Reusing poultry litter can help boost bird health and may help prevent the transfer of antibiotic-resistant Salmonella, scientists have discovered.

Home for the holidays? Poultry vet urges ‘aseptic technique’ in the ...

Expert Advice

By Robert O’Connor, DVM, MAM, Senior vice president, Foster Farms

Managing the health challenges of moving to free-range egg production

Sustainability

Free-range egg production will bring major challenges to the way birds are produced, but it will also mean big shifts in the ways bird health and welfare need to be managed.

Best-management practices key to successful NAE broiler production

Antibiotic-free

With many poultry operations switching to no-antibiotics-ever (NAE) production, management and disease control have become even more critical components.

Don’t overlook feed biosecurity in efforts to manage Salmonella

Food Safefty

Biosecurity in feed mills and on-farm feed storage should not be overlooked when it comes to managing the risk of Salmonella in poultry flocks, according to a turkey-health expert.

Lessons from the Midwest’s 2015 avian flu outbreak

Biosecurity

The 2015 outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Minnesota was the worst the US has ever seen. What has the poultry industry learned from this and other outbreaks?

Breed may impact broiler response to Salmonella infection

Research

Research at the University of Arkansas suggests broiler breed could affect birds’ immune response to Salmonella exposure, according to Shawna Weimer, PhD, director of the Center for Food Animal Wellbeing.

Overheating soybean meal hurts gut integrity, broiler growth

Gut Health

Improper heat treatment of soybean meal affects the intestinal integrity of broiler chickens and flock performance, according to a study by researchers at the University of Georgia.

Replication, coverage vary among MD vaccination programs for long-lived birds

Zoetis News Center

DISCOVERIES: Marek’s disease (MD) vaccination programs for breeders and layers can vary significantly in the replication and coverage they provide, a finding that should be considered when planning an MD-control strategy for long-lived birds

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