News and analysis for the global poultry industry.

Articles by Carlos Gonzalez Alonso

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Factores que afectan la vacunación subcutánea en la incubadora

La vacunación subcutánea en la incubadora es el método más común de protección de los pollitos de un día de edad, pero para que sea completamente efectiva, necesita realizarse con el cuidado y atención adecuadas.
La vacunación subcutánea es sencilla y económica, sin embargo, hay varios factores que pueden afectar de manera espectacular al desempeño de la vacunación, por lo que merece consideraciones extras.
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Using gel vaccination in the hatchery for coccidiosis control

Key elements in successful coccidiosis vaccination at the hatchery include reaching a chick’s target tissue, coverage from Day 1
Coccidiosis is thought to cost the poultry industry US$3 billion worldwide each year, making it the most costly disease to affect poultry producers around the world. Consequently, achieving thorough and consistent protection against the disease should not be underestimated.
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Five key factors for success in hatchery spray vaccination

Most broilers, layers, breeders spray vaccinated in hatchery, but is vaccination conducted as well as it could be?
The importance of understanding how to achieve the highest efficacy possible when using spray vaccination should not be underestimated, especially given that more than 95 percent of the world's broilers and 100 percent of layers and breeders are now spray vaccinated in the hatchery.There are five points that need particular consideration along the process.
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