Understanding avian pathogenic Escherichia coli

Colibacillosis and associated diseases caused by pathogenic Escherichia coli strains have long burdened the global poultry industry. However, advances in analytical research tools and feed additive technologies provide an opportunity to understand the issue better and incorporate targeted nutritional strategies in a risk management plan. Avian Pathogenic E. coli, or simply APEC, is an extra-intestinal subgroup of pathogenic Escherichia coli that can cause disease in susceptible poultry, most