Bird flu restrictions – A farmer’s story A broiler producer in the UK had to make some important decisions when he, for the second time in the space of...
Resistant bacteria discovered in chicken in study in Peru A group of Peruvian researchers have detected increased microbial resistance in samples of chicken and beef in...
New bird flu variants "difficult and riskier" Due to a high number of variants, the current wave of bird flu seen in Asia and Europe has a greater risk of...
On-demand Poultry World webinar on coccidiosis Recently, Poultry World hosted its webinar on Coccidiosis with record attendance.
Footpad dermatitis in broilers influenced by orange corn Although there are many predisposing factors of footpad dermatitis in poultry, a team of researchers in the US...
Biosecurity key for broiler farm workers to control... Better communication across the food chain to poultry workers is needed to prevent Campylobacter colonisation of...
Europe faces largest bird flu epidemic ever While media coverage revolves around the Covid-19 pandemic, Europe is struggling with its largest bird flu...
Bird flu genetic make-up different from previous years Lockdowns due to spreading viruses are continuing to affect UK poultry and captive bird owners and scientists...
Philippines: 1st cold examination facility for poultry, agri The Philippines Department of Agriculture is establishing an integrated cold examination facility in agriculture...
Poultry farmers in Northern Ireland on high alert Commercial poultry farms in Northern Ireland are currently on high alert for symptoms of avian influenza in...
UK hit by record bird flu outbreak UK environment secretary, George Eustice, has announced that the UK has experienced its largest ever outbreak of...
Poultry World Antibiotic Reduction webinar now on-demand The Poultry World webinar on Antibiotic Reduction is now available on-demand. Together with 3 experts who give...
Antibiotic use in UK poultry continues to fall Figures released by the UK government’s Veterinary Medicines Directorate show antibiotics used in chickens fell...
UK poultry housing order comes into force Chief veterinary officers across the UK have agreed to bring in new housing measures to protect poultry and...
New bird flu outbreaks hit Poland Poland has reported several new outbreaks of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza on multiple poultry farms,...
New AI outbreaks put Russian poultry industry on high alert A series of outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (AI) have been recorded in the Urals federal district...
Vaccine efficiency is key in poultry production Vaccination, an 11 letter word. Larger than many, however, it is a huge subject and justifies its size, given...
More than just an antibiotic reduction target With poultry being half the meat eaten in the country, the British poultry meat industry’s Antibiotic...
Impossible situation Any new outbreak of avian influenza asks for strict biosecurity and a proper stamping out methodology to get to...
Disease changes landscape for years The poultry sector had its fair share of disease problems. Avian influenza, mainly caused by wild birds, has hit...
Storm in a teacup: The ionophore coccidiostats debate Ionophore coccidiostats tend to cause a stir. Some expect that they will soon cease to be feed additives, while...
Poultry sector inherently innovative As 2018 draws to a close, it’s worth reflecting on the year past, and those that went before it.
Developing nations need robust support to reduce medicine... It can seem distinctly unfair to judge developing countries’ practices when it comes to the environment or use...
ESBL-scare in the right context One of the main drivers behind the reduction of antibiotic usage in livestock is the rise of resistant bacteria...
Formaldehyde denial: Loss of a vital preventive measure The EU recently passed a denial of authorisation for formaldehyde in animal feed, but formaldehyde is a vital...
Preparing for the next flu season With the knowledge that it is always flu season somewhere, the large poultry production regions in the western...
American chicken is incompatible with European farming Chicken has long been a sticking point in Transatlantic trade negotiations. For 2 decades Europe has banned...
Avian influenza difficult to deal with Poultry producers in Europe and the US are out of the woods when it comes to the avian influenza threat from...
Approach antibiotic resistance head on Most acknowledge that an overall reduction of their use – in both human health and livestock – will reduce the...
Veterinary concerns must outweigh economic concerns According to avian influenza experts, the bird flu carrying wild widgeons should be out of the largest part of...
Commentary: Foster Farms and the US Salmonella outbreaks Chick-Cite has commented recently on the ongoing investigation of outbreaks of Salmonella Heidelberg attributed...
Veterinary drugs: health for poultry and humans Proper use of veterinary drugs is essential for optimising animal health status and improving animal...
Backyard duck keeper first in UK to contract bird flu Retired railway worker and duck expert, Alan Gosling, has been named as one of the first people in the UK to...
Study reveals risk factors for Newcastle Disease in Brazil A study conducted by the Brazilian Animal Health Defence Group (GDSA) has revealed several risk factors for the...
Organic minerals promote broiler leg quality In broilers, leg problems can lead to reduced health and animal welfare, but also to higher mortality and lower...
Garlic to control red mite infestation in poultry houses Dermanyssus gallinae, also known as poultry red mite, is considered globally as one of the most challenging...
Gaining a better understanding of probiotics in poultry A self-learning programme teaches professionals the different modes of action of probiotics. The editor of All...
Guanidinoacetic acid as a viable solution to reduce feed... There has been a sharp rise in global feed prices in recent months, combined with high volatility and unreliable...
Antibiotic Reduction Special – Reserve your space now Poultry World is publishing a special magazine on Antibiotic Reduction, which will dive into the challenges and...
Histomoniasis a headache for poultry producers Histomoniasis, or blackhead, is a complex disease. Although primarily affecting turkeys with lesions in the ceca...
Biosecurity breaches a major factor in disease outbreaks In intensive livestock farming, a good biosecurity protocol is essential as potentially harmful diseases can...
Implications of peptidoglycans for GI functionality Effective functionality and health of the gastrointestinal tract are important factors in determining animal...
How does the layer industry manage without antibiotics? The tipping point for poultry has potentially been reached. A recent survey revealed that 43% of consumers...
Ensuring water quality in poultry production While crucial to healthy flock development, water receives less attention than nutrition and the environment....
Botanical vitamin D tailored for high performance Vitamin D supplemented through feed is not directly available to the animal and must first be metabolised by...
France considers vaccination against bird flu The French ministry of agriculture is considering preventive vaccination of poultry against avian influenza as...
A good source of charcoal to boost poultry gut integrity Pyrogenic carbonaceous materials (PCMs), otherwise known as charcoal, can bind harmful compounds and boost gut...
Insights and alert for the southern hemisphere Poultry World discusses the H5 avian influenza outbreak with the USDA’s Dr David E. Swayne, who talks about what...
Is the fridge door the best place to keep eggs? What are the implications for eggs kept in the fridge door? Is there a better option?
Why is this egg stuck? This egg is stuck in the tray. How did this happen, what are the consequences and how can it be prevented?
Is this system working optimally? There is a capacity problem with this rod conveyor – how did this happen and what is the solution?
Are these cracks fresh or old? If you see a crack on an egg, how do you determine its age? And how can you minimise them from occurring?
How do you get feathers on eggs? Why have these eggs got feathers on them and what is the impact on grading machines?
Why is this egg belt very full? The density of eggs on the egg belt is not constant throughout the laying cycle. So how do you avoid a situation...
Why is this abnormal egg on the house floor? This egg was laid late. How can this happen? And what can be done to prevent it?
Why are there stripes on these eggs? Stripes on the egg shell can mean a couple things. These stripes are hen footprints, find out what that means...
Why is this egg covered in blood? Eggs should not have blood them. This is what you can do to prevent it.
Why are upper laying nests cramped with hens? This is the reason most hens are in the upper laying nests.
Why are eggs in front of the nest box? If eggs in front of the nest box is a frequent occurrence, what is the cause and what can you do to prevent it?
The cause of soft shells Soft or shell-less eggs are not only messy, they indicate something is wrong.
When hens can't stand properly If hens are not fully able to stand, it could have one of these causes.