Role of Mycotoxin Binders in Poultry Feed

Mycotoxins are natural toxins produced by fungi which grow in grain and feed of poultry. There are hundreds of known mycotoxins having mild to severe toxicity. The most important mycotoxins in poultry production include: Aflatoxins: AFB1, AFB2,AFG1, AFG2 Ochratoxin A (OTA) Trichothecenes Type A: Toxin T-2 Diacetoxiscirpenol Fumonisins: FB1, Fb2 The mycotoxin contamination in poultry feed has the potential to cause: Immunosuppression Damage kidney and liver health Reduce fertility Reduce performance Impair gut health Ineffectiveness of vaccines The mechanism of action of the mycotoxins is based on enzymatic inhibition that…

U.S. set about testing bird flu vaccines for poultry after record outbreak

The U.S. government is testing four potential bird flu vaccines for poultry, officials said on Friday, after more than 58 million chickens, turkeys and other birds have died in the nation’s worst outbreak ever. The trials, conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service, are the first step in a lengthy process toward the possible first use of vaccines to protect U.S. poultry from the lethal virus. Bird flu, also known as highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), has killed hundreds of millions of birds around the world, raising…

Social networks, YouTube videos… When farmers take charge of their communication: SPACE

In Europe, through videos, social networks, or open house operations, breeders are addressing consumers more and more directly. Goal? Deconstruct the clichés about their profession and work for more transparency. Do you know Étienne the agri youtubeurre or the Jolies rousses videos  ? They are what we call Agri YouTubers. Known, they have up to 100,000 subscribers. In fact, in recent years, farmers have been speaking out on social networks. Tired of clichés and criticisms of their profession, more and more breeders are fighting back on social networks. Via their smartphones, they challenge Internet users, testify about their daily life and defend…

Vets In Poultry (VIP) concluded its 3rd AGM at Goa

VIP organized its 3rd Vets In Poultry (VIP) AGM” at Goa, Sunday, with the theme “The Era of New Normal- Scenario In Poultry & Role of Veterinarian“. More than 135+ VIPians participated across India and overseas. Dr. Santosh Ire, Secretary of VIP shared all minutes of the last AGM and new resolutions to be considered along with Dr. Prasad Kulkarni, Treasurer who shared all Financials. Closing remark and conclusion gave by President, Dr. Ajay Deshpande. Special guest for the meeting was Dr. SK Dutta, Joint Commissioner, Animal Husbandry, New Delhi,…

FAO launches new Global Information System for Animal Disease

EMPRES-i+ aims to improve intelligence, forecasting, and early warning, enabling countries to monitor disease spread and risk of new outbreaks. The world must be alert to new threats from animal diseases, with COVID-19 underlining the need for greater vigilance, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) urged, as it launched a new global animal disease information system. “We need to prioritize and strengthen the animal health sector, “ FAO Director-General QU Dongyu said at an event to launch the EMPRES- i+ system. He added: “Strong international and national…

“Large Scale Adoption of Automation in the Poultry Sector is the need of the hour for sustaining growth in demand in coming Decades”

Despite challenges faced due to COVID 19 and skyrocketing input cost India’s poultry sector has been one of the fastest-growing segments of Indian agriculture and allied sector. According to Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics, 2020, India’s poultry meat production was 4.34 million tonnes, contributing more than 50% of the total meat production in 2019- 20. The egg production stood at 114.38 billion in 2019-20. According to the National Action Plan for egg and poultry – 2022 prepared by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Fisheries, more than 80 percent of…

Probiotics And Layers: A Good Fit

Research conducted by Huve Pharma found understanding of the animal gut is growing, and the link between gut health and superior technical results has become undeniable. A healthy gut and balanced microbiota are rightly seen as the driver of animal growth performance. As such, effective gut management has become increasingly important as animal production continues to aim for more efficiency and productivity. The research comprised a good example is Bacillus licheniformis DSM 28710 (B-Act®), a spore-forming probiotic with a long and extensive history in animal production. The probiotic’s mode of action is…

Why Mycotoxins Matter in Broiler Production

Why Mycotoxins Matter in Broiler Production The negative impacts of mycotoxins in poultry can be far-reaching, decreasing gastrointestinal integrity, immunity and performance in broilers and resulting in economic losses.Given the high rates of mycotoxin in poultry feed, a mycotoxin risk management strategy is needed to protect fattening animals in all phases in order to reduce the challenges in the animal and ensure profitability of production. byLorran BaeumleGabardo Poultry producers frequently ask: What is the real impact of mycotoxins on the broiler’s productivity? What sounds like an easy question is, in the…

Poultry housing

Automation in Poultry Farming Ninad Bhatt, Rajneesh, Shwetambri Jamwal National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana Introduction In recent years, most poultry operation are intensive type houses with environment controlled houses, in which inside conditions are maintained as near as to the bird’s optimum requirements. The optimum temperature is 24oC with the relative humidity of 50 to 60%. A closed building with no windows, longitudinal preferably east to west, with big exhaust fans on west side while evaporative cooling pads on east side along with automatic feeding and drinking systems inside…

The Indian aquaculture industry to aid in creating Aatma Nirbhar Bharat

Mr Amit Saraogi, MD, Anmol Feeds Pvt Ltd The Indian aquaculture industry to aid in creating AatmaNirbhar Bharat and facilitate rehabilitation for reverse migrants 21st  September 2020, Kolkata: Aquaculture in India is an important economic activity and a flourishing sector with varied resources and potentials. India ranks third in fisheries production, and second in aquaculture. There is a huge value chain involved globally, and the pandemic has affected the trade not just in exports but also internal consumption. A solution can be reached by increasing aquaculture efficiency, introduction of new methods to increase yield.…