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Benefits of probiotics in chicks explored

WEBAntioxidant, immune-modulating, antimicrobial properties. Probiotics are live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host by supporting a more diverse range of beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract. Essential oils are plant-derived extracts that possess various antioxidant, immune

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Bacteriophages: New hope in combatting bacterial diseases

WEBBacteriophages are bacterial viruses that recognise specific species and even strains of bacteria. The name also means “bacterium eater”. Phage therapy was introduced already a century ago, in the early 1900s, but was discontinued after the introduction of antibiotics. However, research has not stopped and has continued in places such as

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The art of nourishing day old chicks

WEBNutritional needs of chickens. In the first days, day-old chickens need to grow up to 30-35% of their own body weight. From Figure 1 it is clear that chickens have totally different nutritional needs at day 1, compared to their needs at day 10. As a consequence, a starter feed provided from day 1 until day 10-14 will be inadequate to …

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Healthy liver, healthy birds

WEBThe liver is also one of the busiest organs in body. It carries out a large number of important digestive, metabolic and excretory activities, all of which have a significant role on the health and productivity in poultry. The functions of liver are detailed below. Detoxification – Toxic substances of feeds, as well as the toxins produced in

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Strategies for reducing antibiotic use in chickens

WEBStrategies for reducing antibiotic use in chickens. Self-medication in poultry farming impacts both avian and human health. Several nutritional and management strategies can be adopted to prevent disease and promote the growth of chickens, thereby reducing the need for antibiotics. These methods may require more labour, capital or …

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Using smart technology to monitor the health status of poultry

WEBFlock diagnostics has entered a new era. With AeroCollect technology, a single air sample can provide an overview of early-stage disease in an entire flock of poultry. The technology is Danish and developed by FORCE Technology, but without a close collaboration with poultry group Danpo, it would hardly have become as efficient …

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Poultry World webinar on Poultry Health and Nutrition

WEBAbout this webinar: Poultry World webinar on Poultry Health and Nutrition, 17th of March 2021. One of the most important production parameters in poultry production is the hardest to measure. A healthy and disease free bird is the key to making a profit. Keeping the birds healthy and feeding them accordingly with the right ingredients and

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How acidification of water improves gut health

WEBAcidifying water is a key part of eliminating pathogenic bacteria, promoting healthy gut flora and ultimately boosting bird health. However, it’s vital to get the right balance, as Olivia Cooper reports. Clean water is an essential part of bird health – but it’s not as easy to get right as one might imagine.

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Impact of mycotoxins on gut health

WEBEven low to moderate amounts of mycotoxins have a negative impact on gut health by inducing leaky gut, intestinal inflammation, and influencing the intestinal microbiota composition. Consequently, the mycotoxin-induced intestinal metabolic, physiologic and immunologic disturbances mean animals are more susceptible to …

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6 steps to become a broiler health champion

WEBStep 2: Audit feed, farm, health baselines. Measuring progress requires establishing a benchmark for comparison. Conditions related to feed, farm and health must be evaluated. Feed management: Consider the breed (i.e. Ross or Cobb) when evaluating feed intake and feeding schedule. A baseline scorecard should address questions such …

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Efficacy of long term use of Avilamycin in broiler production

WEBIn this video, learn about the efficacy of using Avilamycin in long term and multiple rotation on Intestinal Integrity in broiler production. There are a variety of data sources we can use to help understand the effectiveness of a necrotic enteritis (NE) control strategy in broilers. HTSi, Elanco’s health tracking system, provides a valuable

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Kinky Back (spondylolisthesis)

WEBKinky Back (spondylolisthesis) Occurrence: Increasing more common in fasting growing meat type birds due to a metabolic disturbance and in breeder pullets due to a bacterial infection. The incidence of affected birds may reach 2% of the flock. Species affected: Broilers and broiler breeders. Age affected: Young fast growing broilers at 5 to 8

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Evaluating the true impact of feed quality on poultry performance

WEBHigh-quality feed not only supports efficient growth but also gut health, which in turn promotes general good physiological function. We typically think of feed quality in terms of its formulation, and as a result, nutritionists throughout the industry work towards constantly optimising formulations, but feed quality is also dependent on its physical form and …

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Avian pneumovirus infections (swollen head syndrome)

WEBSwollen head syndrome is a chronic disease affecting chickens and turkeys of all ages. Avian pneumovirus is a non-hemagglutinating, nonsegmented, enveloped single stranded RNA virus of the family Paramyxoviridae family with helical capsid symmetry (80-200 nm). It is spread by airborne and mechanical routes (feed, water, and equipment).

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Harmful effects of ammonia on birds

WEBAmmonia gas in poultry houses seriously affects the health condition of the birds. Good litter management and ventilation will minimise the level of ammonia, improve productivity, reduce the likelihood of respiratory diseases, improve the birds’ welfare and provide a pleasant, safe environment for workers.

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Avian influenza: emergency order in Michigan, higher egg prices

WEBEgg prices rose 54% in February this year in the US but fell 23.2% in March. Forbes states that when highly pathogenic avian influenza hit the US in 2022, this contributed to egg prices in some supermarkets being as high as US$7 a dozen, with a peak for national average price in urban markets hitting US$4.82 in January 2023.

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