Farm-level strategies to reduce Salmonella risk

Broiler farmers must be ever vigilant to keep Salmonella under control in their flocks.

Morvarid Rezvani
September 5, 2024
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Salmonella can grow in many locations on the farm, including in poultry feed.
Salmonella can grow in many locations on the farm, including in poultry feed.
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Harmful bacteria that present little risk to flock health can lead to acute illness when ingested by people. While more than 99% of Salmonella strains present no clinical disease in poultry, salmonellosis in humans, however, can be life-threatening.

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