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How in ovo technology has changed the face of poultry health and production
More than 20 billion eggs are injected each year using Embrex® in ovo vaccine technology, a tool that has enabled producers to streamline operations, save costs and provide protection against...
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Routine testing for IB vaccine takes can improve performance and profits
TOOLBOX, Issue 36: An interview with Manuel Da Costa, DVM, PhD, Associate Director, Outcomes Research, Zoetis
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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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Impact of acidified water on live Salmonella vaccine evaluated in broilers challenged with S. Heidelberg
Acidified drinking water did not impair the efficacy of a live Salmonella Typhimurium (ST) vaccine in broilers challenged with Salmonella Heidelberg.
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Focus on the details to ensure ILT vaccination success
TOOLBOX, Issue 35: An interview with Dale Gambrill, Senior account manager, Zoetis
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Vaccine tweaks can make a big difference against key infectious bronchitis virus strain
New challenge studies have highlighted the best vaccine serotype combinations to tackle the DMV/1639 strain of infectious bronchitis virus (IBV), which has spread from the Delmarva area to become the...
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Tuning up live-vaccine priming for infectious bursal disease and reovirus
TOOLBOX, Issue 13: An interview with Kalen Cookson, DVM, MAM, Director of Clinical Research, Zoetis
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Strong, early protection with Poulvac® Procerta® HVT-IBD-ND attributed to extensive prototype screening, unique construction
DISCOVERIES, Issue 15: Rigorous research and the application of cutting-edge technology by Zoetis scientists were behind the development of the newest recombinant vaccine to protect broilers from ...
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Zoetis Expands Poultry Portfolio with Poulvac® Procerta® HVT-IBD-ND
Zoetis has expanded its poultry vaccine portfolio with the introduction of Poulvac® Procerta® HVT-IBD-ND, a recombinant vector vaccine that provides early, robust protection against Marek’s,...
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Poulvac® Procerta® HVT-IBD-ND provides early immunity, convenience for producers
TOOLBOX, Issue 32: An interview with Kalen Cookson, DVM, Director of Clinical Research, Zoetis about the new recombinant vector vaccine, Poulvac Procerta HVT-IBD-ND.
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Veterinarian offers strategies for managing viral diseases in recombinant-based vaccination programs
A well-designed program using recombinant vaccines can help protect flocks against infectious bursal disease, infectious bronchitis and Newcastle disease.
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Effective Salmonella control requires involvement of entire production chain
By Douglas L. Fulnechek, DVM, Senior Public Health Veterinarian, Zoetis
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How to avoid performance drops when initiating coccidiosis vaccination
TOOLBOX, Issue 11: An interview with Jon Schaeffer, DVM, Director of Poultry Veterinary Services, Zoetis
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Poulvac Procerta HVT-IBD offers early immunity, greater pullet uniformity in layers
TOOLBOX, Issue 31: An interview with John Brown, DVM, senior technical services veterinarian, Zoetis, on the advantages of using Poulvac Procerta HVT-IBD to protect chicks throughout their lives.
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Colibacillosis control in egg-laying chickens: A new tool in our toolbox
By Paul McMullin, MVB, MSc, DPMP, DiplECPVS, FRCVS, Consultant Veterinarian, Poultry Health International
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Modified-live E. coli vaccine helps control mortality, improves livability in layer production
TOOLBOX, Issue 29: An interview with John Brown, DVM, senior technical services veterinarian, Zoetis, on controlling mortality and improving livability in layers with a modified-live E. coli vaccine
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Chance of Salmonella vaccine positives at processing ‘zero’ with Poulvac® ST
TOOLBOX, Issue 33: An interview with Douglas Fulnechek, DVM, senior public health veterinarian, Zoetis, on Poulvac ST, a modified-live vaccine that is designed for there to be a 0% chance of...
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Tips for managing inclusion body hepatitis
TOOLBOX, Issue 27: An interview with Daniel Bautista, DVM, senior technical services, Zoetis on managing the recent resurgence of inclusion body hepatitis in broilers.
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Catching problems in layer vaccination — and making them right
TOOLBOX, Issue 28: An interview with Andy McRee, DVM, senior technical services veterinarian, Zoetis on correcting problems in layer vaccination.
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E. coli vaccination can lead to higher egg numbers, study suggests
Vaccinating birds against Escherichia coli can have production benefits, as well as protecting birds from the disease, researchers have found.
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As seasons change, hatchery ventilation is key chick-quality concern
TOOLBOX, Issue 26: An interview with Chris Williams, PhD, Director, Technical Services Devices, Zoetis on the impact of hatchery ventilation on chick quality.
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AL2 variants now account for more than half of IBDV field isolates in broilers
DISCOVERIES, Issue 10: AL2 variants now account for more than half of the infectious bursal disease virus (IBDV) field isolates in broilers, according to the results of a 5-year survey.
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Poulvac® ST cross-protects against different Salmonella serotypes
Salmonella vaccination is a vital part of an integrated approach to reducing the Salmonella load during the broiler life cycle.
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Details matter when it comes to ILT vaccination success
Attention to detail is key to successfully vaccinating broiler flocks against infectious laryngotracheitis (ILT), according to a poultry health expert.
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Pullet vaccination: There’s always room for improvement
TOOLBOX, Issue 17: An interview with Tim Cummings, DVM, Senior Technical Services Veterinarian, Zoetis
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Periodic IBV PCR testing is key to ensuring vaccination efficacy
Complexes should regularly evaluate the infectious bronchitis viruses (IBV) prevalent on their farms to help determine which vaccines can provide the best protection possible.
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Five critical factors for in ovo vaccination success
In ovo vaccination has proven popular in commercial hatcheries as it can offer early immunity against prevalent pathogens, consistent vaccine delivery and a less labor-intensive process involving...
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Making sense of broiler-feed withdrawal — with the help of a few aphorisms
By Douglas L. Fulnechek, DVM Senior Public Health Veterinarian Zoetis
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5 steps to preventing heat stress in layers
By John Brown, DVM, Senior Technical Services Veterinarian Zoetis
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Pathways to protection: How one vaccine decision can affect options for managing other diseases in broilers
Broiler operations want to provide the best disease protection for the least cost, but deciding which vaccines to use and when can be a daunting task.
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New vaccine simplifies IBDV vaccination; provides effective early pullet protection
TOOLBOX, Issue 25: An interview with John Brown, DVM, senior technical services veterinarian and layer specialist, Zoetis on early pullet protection from IBDV.
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Latest breeder, broiler vaccines provide consistent IBDV immunity
TOOLBOX, Issue 23: An interview with Kalen Cookson, DVM, MAM, Director of Clinical Research, Zoetis about Poulvac Maternavac 4 and Poulvac Procerta HVT-IBD.
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Zoetis expands vector vaccine portfolio with introduction of Poulvac® Procerta™ HVT-IBD
Zoetis has expanded its line of recombinant vector vaccines with the launch of Poulvac® Procerta™ HVT-IBD, which provides early protection against the contemporary infectious bursal disease (IBD)...
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Robust challenge studies demonstrate efficacy of new recombinant vector vaccine for IBDVs
DISCOVERIES, Issue 12: A new recombinant vector vaccine provides early protection against variant, classic and very virulent infectious bursal disease viruses, robust challenge studies demonstrate.
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Good gut health can help minimize Salmonella in broilers
TOOLBOX, Issue 14: An interview with Manuel Da Costa, DVM, PhD, Associate Director, Outcomes Research, Zoetis
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Z-CAS helping feed mills, producers get the most from medicated feed additives
TOOLBOX, Issue 6: An interview with Marc Howerton, Customer Analytical Services Supervisor, Zoetis
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Now more than ever, vaccination is critical for managing Salmonella in layer flocks
TOOLBOX, Issue 22: An interview with Kalen Cookson, DVM, MAM, Director of Clinical Research, Zoetis
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S. Heidelberg load reduced in chicks treated with acidified water the first 2 weeks of life
DISCOVERIES, Issue 9: Chicks that received acidified water for the first 2 weeks of life had a significantly reduced load of Salmonella Heidelberg, a challenge study demonstrates.
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Poulvac® Procerta™ HVT-ND provides advantages of a recombinant plus 19-day onset of immunity
Poulvac®️ Procerta™️ HVT-ND provides producers with all the advantages of a recombinant vectored vaccine while protecting chickens against Newcastle and Marek’s diseases as early as 19 days...
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Studies in 32 million birds show returns on vaccinating broilers for E. coli
DISCOVERIES, Issue 8: In studies conducted in more than 32 million broiler chickens in Italy and the US, vaccination with Poulvac® E. coli yielded a positive return on investment.
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New four-way broiler breeder vaccine builds on success of Maternavac name
TOOLBOX, Issue 20: An interview with Kalen Cookson, DVM, MAM, Director of Clinical Research, Zoetis
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State-of-the-art recombinant Poulvac® Procerta™ HVT-ND protects against Newcastle and Marek’s diseases
TOOLBOX, Issue 19: An interview with Abigail Reith, DVM, MAM, DACPV, Technical Services Veterinarian, Zoetis
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New Poulvac Maternavac® 4 vaccine formulated to address contemporary field challenge
DISCOVERIES, Issue 6: The rapid growth in reduced and “no antibiotics ever” production was the driving force behind development of a new vaccine to protect chickens against four costly diseases.
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Poulvac® Procerta™ HVT-ND fully protects against Newcastle disease by 19 days of age
DISCOVERIES, Issue 5: Rigorous research and the application of cutting-edge technology by Zoetis scientists were behind the development of the newest recombinant vaccine to protect broilers from ...
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Return of RofenAid® 40 gives turkey industry dependable tool for managing coccidiosis, fowl cholera
TOOLBOX, Issue 21: An interview with David Rives, DVM, Technical Services Veterinarian, Zoetis
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Zoetis further expands poultry portfolio with vectored vaccine for Newcastle and Marek’s diseases
Zoetis has further expanded its poultry vaccine portfolio with the introduction of Poulvac® Procerta™ HVT-ND, a vectored recombinant vaccine that protects broiler chickens against Newcastle and...
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New Poultry Vaccine from Zoetis Helps Build Strong Immune Foundation in Breeder Hens and Their Progeny
Poulvac Maternavac® 4, an inactivated vaccine from Zoetis that helps protect chickens against four important diseases, has been licensed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and will begin shipping...
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‘Let’s keep it up’: Maintaining the efficacy of Zoamix®
TOOLBOX, Issue 15: An interview with Jon Schaeffer, DVM, PhD, Senior Director, Technical Services, US Poultry, Zoetis
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Tips for ensuring best field vaccination results with Poulvac® ST or Poulvac® E. coli
TOOLBOX, Issue 12: An interview with Lloyd Keck, DVM, ACPV, consulting veterinarian, on ensuring the best field vaccination results against Salmonella and E. coli.
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Zoetis Fast Tracking Relaunch of Avian Coryza Vaccine to Aid U.S. Disease Outbreaks
Zoetis has reintroduced the vaccine Poulvac® Coryza ABC IC3 to help U.S. poultry producers combat outbreaks of avian coryza, an acute respiratory infection.
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Avatec®: What’s driving demand in broilers?
TOOLBOX, Issue 1: An interview with Jon Schaeffer, DVM, PhD, Director of Poultry Veterinary Services, Zoetis
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Exploring the connection between hemorrhagic hepatopathy and inactivated vaccines used in broiler breeders
TOOLBOX, Issue 9: An interview with Andy McRee, DVM, Senior Technical Services Veterinarian, Zoetis
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Is there a connection between hemorrhagic hepatopathy and inactivated vaccines used in layers and layer breeders?
TOOLBOX, Issue 8: An interview with John Brown, DVM, Senior Technical Services Veterinarian Zoetis
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‘Take a holistic approach’ to get the most from Salmonella vaccination
TOOLBOX, Issue 4: An interview with Marco Quiroz, DVM, Zoetis
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BMD®: What’s its future in poultry?
TOOLBOX, Issue 2: An interview with Don Waldrip, DVM, senior technical services veterinarian, Zoetis
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Selection of IBV GA 08 vaccine, proper administration can minimize reactions
TOOLBOX, Issue 10: An interview with Kalen Cookson, DVM, MAM, Director of Clinical Research, Zoetis
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When you can’t have more than one: HVT vector or live vaccine for IBDV?
TOOLBOX, Issue 3: An interview with Kalen Cookson, DVM, MAM, Director of Clinical Research, Zoetis
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Working with FSIS to reduce condemnations and cut losses
By Douglas L. Fulnechek, DVM Senior Technical Services Veterinarian, Zoetis
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Cage-free hen housing: How far will the pendulum swing?
By John Brown, DVM Senior Technical Services Veterinarian, Zoetis
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Exploring the cause of condemnations can reduce losses
When carcasses are rejected at processing, all the time and money that went into production is lost. Couple that with even slight increases in the condemnation rate, and the losses really mount.
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More diagnostics advised for better IB management in broilers
By Lloyd Keck, DVM, ACPV Senior technical services veterinarian, Zoetis Inc.
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Q&A: What’s behind FDA’s updated veterinary feed directive?
VFD News Center Q&A is a series of interviews about the updated veterinary feed directive.
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Anticoccidial rotation, good husbandry can improve coccidiosis control
Poultry producers worldwide know the importance of cutting losses from coccidiosis – the parasitic disease that is still causing significant losses in growth rate and feed efficiency.
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IBD vaccination: HVT vector vaccine or live?
By Kalen Cookson, DVM, MAM Director of clinical research Zoetis Inc.
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Zoetis receives full license for Georgia 08 IB vaccine
Zoetis Inc. has obtained a full license from the USDA to sell Poulvac® Bron GA 08, the first commercially available vaccine to reduce disease caused by Georgia 2008 (GA 08) Type infectious...
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