health

Self-medication in poultry farming impacts both avian and human health.
13-05 | Article

Strategies for reducing antibiotic use in chickens

The number of dairy farms infected with H5N1 avian influenza in the US continues to expand. Photo: Canva
04-04 | News

US: More bird flu in cows, now humans also infected

Non-antibiotic health strategies are a critical component in reducing the use of antimicrobials. Photo: Hans Banus
07-03 | Article

Core elements of antibiotic stewardship in the poultry industry

Wet litter in combination with high levels of ammonia can cause severe footpad lesions.
28-02 | Article

Etiology and control of leg problems in broilers

Jacco Korenblik: "The U-tubes of the aviary system are a favourite hiding spot for the red mites." Photos: Dick van Doorn
26-02 | Article

Getting to grips with red mites in poultry

During transport, it is likely that birds experience a motivation to drink, and the lack of facilities may affect them. Photo: Canva
09-01 | News

Journeys of over 6 hours without water likely to affect poultry welfare

Avian Pathogenic E. coli, or simply APEC, is an extra-intestinal subgroup of pathogenic Escherichia coli that can cause disease in susceptible poultry, most commonly leading to clinical colibacillosis.
20-12-2023 | Article

Understanding avian pathogenic Escherichia coli

On-demand webinar: Avian influenza summit
04-12-2023 | News

On-demand webinar: Avian influenza summit