Health/Nutrition

It is essential to understand the metabolism of mycotoxins to evaluate toxicological effects and the health implications for the flock. Photo: Anne van der Woude

07-10 | Article

Mitigating the effect of trichothecene mycotoxins in layer diets

Researchers emphasise the importance of understanding the metabolism of T-2 toxin in poultry for assessing its toxicological effects and developing effective mitigation strategies.

30-09 | Article

T-2 mitigation strategies to ensure laying hen welfare & productivity

NFU poultry board chairman James Mottershead said the country was now entering a critical period for poultry producers. Photo: Canva

19-09 | News

UK: avian influenza insurance deals could lead to some cover issues

When birds are consuming less feed, it is imperative that minerals, that are vital for uniformity, skeletal structure and eggshell formation, are readily available. Photo: Alltech

18-09 | Article

Bio-available minerals essential to reduce impact of heat stress

Black soldier fly larvae are known for their ability to promote natural poultry behaviour and are a nutrient-rich, high-quality protein source. Photo: Canva

16-09 | News

Black soldier fly larvae research boost for UK poultry sector

ABPA president Ricardo Santin (l) and chairman of the board Francisco Turra (c) at the SIAVS 2024 exhibition. Photo: ABPA

16-09 | Article

Brazil remains vigilant to keep poultry diseases at bay

Section 6: E3 of the Lion Code now states that a full hygiene monitoring programme is to be completed before replacement birds are taken onto the farm. Photo: Canva

13-09 | News

UK: Egg producers to budget for pre-housing salmonella test results

Poultry’s role in the bigger picture includes facilitating the sharing of best practice and endorsing the International Poultry Council’s Antimicrobial Stewardship Principles, promoting transparency as well as responsible use. Photo: Canva

12-09 | News

Preserving effectiveness of antibiotics is critical to sustainability

Antibiotic Reduction - special focus

Photo: Shutterstock

10-01-2022 | Expert opinion

One step at a time

Antibiotic resistance in food animals have direct and indirect effects on human health. Photo: Max Pixel

10-01-2022 | Article

Mitigating antibiotics use in the livestock industry

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