Mary ScantlingMary Scantling is a research associate with University of Arkansas System's Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service.From the AuthorHomePoultry water line cleaning: Overrated or underappreciated?When the poultry industry advanced from open drinkers and troughs to enclosed nipple lines, it was the perfect solution to both labor and contamination challenges. Yet, the test of time has proven that while enclosing the water supply in a poultry barn has greatly improved water’s sanitary qualities, it has not eliminated the risk of disease challenges.Page 1 of 1