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Ceva producing aMPV experimental autogenous vaccine using US-origin isolate

Ceva Animal Health has started antigen production for an experimental autogenous vaccine to fight the emerging avian metapneumovirus (aMPV) disease.

Behavioral needs of chickens: Dustbathing

Dustbathing occurs in all commercial chicken housing housing systems, even in caged systems with no substrate. But why do chickens dustbathe?

Merck Animal Health launches experimental autogenous vaccine for avian metapneumovirus type B

Merck Animal Health reports that the USDA has approved the manufacturing and sale of Cambridge Technologies’ experimental autogenous vaccine in the US for the emerging and deadly avian metapneumovirus type B, impacting broilers, broiler breeders, layers and turkey breeders.

Identifying and managing late-stage E. coli mortalities in layers

When weekly mortality rates in layer flocks older than 50 weeks start creeping up over 0.3%, producers and veterinarians should be suspicious. According to Eric Gingerich, DVM, Cargill’s Diamond V, these numbers could indicate the presence of Escherichia coli.

Jackwood: Proper breeder vaccination, minimizing susceptibility window keys to preventing IBD immune suppression

The message is clear and one that Daral Jackwood, PhD, The Ohio State University, has delivered for years: Young chickens need maternal immunity to protect them from immunosuppression and secondary diseases caused by infectious bursal disease.

Impact of multi-strain direct-fed microbial against Salmonella

Broilers fed a microbial supplement of four probiotic strains had a lower incidence of Salmonella and higher expression of proteins associated with immunity, according to research presented at the 2024 IPSF by Kevin Bolek, PhD, microbials innovation director for Phibro Animal Health.

‘Cracking the code’ for better cocci control requires sharper focus on minor species

A sharper focus on minor coccidiosis species may be the key to improving management of this persistent parasitic disease and improving gut health, feed conversion and flock performance.

People are fomites, too: Leading swine veterinarian shares biosecurity lessons with poultry industry

Biosecurity is a continuous work in progress with protocols evolving over the years based on new research and experiences.

Using non-invasive technology to reveal links between layer body condition, egg production

A technology from Cargill may overcome a barrier the layer industry has faced in understanding the nutrition and performance of its flocks, paving the way to reduced feed costs and higher egg production through better nutrition.

Alternative housing for laying hens: Access to outside

Housing systems for laying hens in the United States (and more broadly across the world) are transitioning away from conventional cages to cage-free systems.

Coccidiosis: Management options for today’s turkeys

Virtually everyone in the poultry industry is aware of coccidiosis — a disease caused by protozoan parasites, Eimeria, that develop within the intestine of most domestic and wild animals and birds. The condition is more elusive in turkeys, however.

Coccidiosis vaccine checklist: Tips for maximizing performance

Careful attention to the coccidiosis vaccination process and follow-up monitoring will go a long way toward ensuring a positive outcome. However, even the best programs will encounter an occasional hiccup.

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