Health/Nutrition

Quercetin flavonoid is available in some vegetables and fruits and has been shown to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating effects in broiler chickens.

29-04-2024 | Article

5 ways quercetin flavonoid can benefit broilers

Surveillance schemes for the early detection of new outbreaks of avian influenza should consider the poultry type and flock size to be effective, says EFSA. Photo: Canva

26-04-2024 | News

Avian influenza: post-vaccination surveillance key

Rapid on farm testing can stem avian influenza outbreaks.

22-04-2024 | Article

Rapid, highly-accurate on-farm HPAI testing coming

The UK does not currently have outbreaks of HPAI in poultry or other captive birds and the current risk to poultry from HPAI H5 in Great Britain is considered low. Photo: Canva

19-04-2024 | News

Worst ever UK outbreak of avian influenza declared over

The FSA wants to know the plans the EU Commission and Poland have in place to resolve the ongoing threat of Salmonella to UK public health. Photo: Canva

12-04-2024 | News

UK reports rise in cases of Salmonella from Poland

Studies have shown that single short episodes of stress due to aircraft noise did not affect poultry egg production, while longer periods of stress reduced egg production.

11-04-2024 | Article

Noise effects on poultry production often overlooked

The scientists said Spirulina and Chlorella exhibit protein levels of up to 50-70%, outperforming traditional sources like soybean meal. Photo: Canva

10-04-2024 | News

Scientists explore the benefits of algae for poultry

If the percentage of bone damage is too high, all links in the chain are held responsible. Photo: Ton Kastermans

08-04-2024 | Article

CT scan useful for inspecting poultry bone fractures

Antibiotic Reduction - special focus

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10-01-2022 | Expert opinion

One step at a time

Antibiotic resistance in food animals have direct and indirect effects on human health. Photo: Max Pixel

10-01-2022 | Article

Mitigating antibiotics use in the livestock industry

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