Health

While significant progress has been made by industry and government in dealing with AI outbreaks the workshop will explore any weak link factors commonly found in cases of primary introduction of AI into flocks. Photo: Ruud Ploeg

20-09-2021 | News

UK free from bird flu but producers urged to attend workshop

Ingestion of adult common cecal worms (Heterakis gallinarum) or their embryonated ova (eggs) infected with H. meleagridis is the main culprit for blackhead. Photo: Aviagen

13-09-2021 | Article

Histomoniasis a headache for poultry producers

These guidelines aim to support Irish poultry farmers to achieve the highest international standards of flock health and welfare . Photo: gpointstudio

13-09-2021 | News

Ireland launches code for antimicrobial use

Studies on the impact of antibiotic reduction strategies are needed to show the impact on resistance of important organisms. Photo: Henk Riswick

30-08-2021 | News

Antimicrobial stewardship needs constant attention

27-08-2021 | Article

How to optimise layer breeder flock performance

Dewulf said there are three golden rules for entrance and they apply to everyone entering the facilities: Use herd-specific footwear, herd-specific clothing and wash hands upon entering. Photo: Koos Groenewold

25-08-2021 | Article

Biosecurity breaches major contributing factor in disease outbreaks

Birds fed a medium inclusion of an exogenous muramidase for 42 days had a significantly higher European Production Efficiency Factor (EPEF) (431) than those in the control group (403). Photo: Aberration Films Ltd/Science Photo Library

24-08-2021 | Article

Implications of peptidoglycans for GI functionality

Vaccines help to a great extent to prevent diseases and complications that result in the need for antibiotics. Photo: Henk Riswick

23-08-2021 | Article

Ways the US layer industry deals without antibiotics

As birds age they consume more water but overall consumption relative to body weight decreases. Photo: Reina de Vries

20-08-2021 | Article

Ensuring water quality in poultry production

Layers

Vietnam sees massive movement toward cage-free egg production

16-12-2024 | Article

Spain’s slow but steady recovery after hen cage ban

13-12-2024 | News

Poland lagging in cage-free hen commitments

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