Minimal antibiotic use in parent stock production

Although thorough cleaning and disinfection of the house is a best practice for all poultry, special care should be taken with houses that will be used to grow minimal AB parent stock. Photo: Aviagen

Consumer perception is a driving force behind many production decisions made in the poultry industry, and increased general concerns about the potential transfer of antimicrobial resistance from poultry to humans has led to many countries reducing or eliminating the use of antibiotics. Following best-practice advice with an emphasis on meticulous bird management and attention to detail, such as that found in the Parent Stock Management Handbook, is the foundation of a successful minimal antibio