Necrotic Enteritis Focus

Tackling Necrotic Enteritis

Necrotic enteritis is not a new disease, but it became a more significant problem after the implimentation of the ban on in-feed antibiotics. Reintroducing these antibiotics is not a solution, so producers have to learn how to prevent the problem. This starts with understanding the cause, followed by taking all necessary measures.

From field research we have learned that there are a number of predisposing factors involved in the launch of an imbalance in the microbial flora in the gut of a chicken. Most are related to management and feed, and may cause (subclinical) problems resulting in major economic losses. Some can easily be tackled, although in most cases support is needed by using feed additives or vaccination. This special issue on Necrotic Enteritis covers all aspects of the disease, as well as preventive measures that can be taken.

We trust that the information provided will help the poultry grower to secure gut integrity, and maintain bird health and production efficiency.

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New toxoid vaccine can enhance NE prevention strategy

Necrotic enteritis is a serious problem for broiler producers. Experts believe control can be achieved by eliminating “triggers” of the disease, together with the help of novel preventive approaches that include a new toxoid vaccine.
By Diana Delmar       “Necrotic Enteritis (NE) has become a top concern in the poultry industry, particularly among producers growing broilers without the use of... read more »

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Target release Na-butyrate to fight major health and litter problems

A damaged intestinal wall provides opportunities for bacteria to cause health and litter problems. Recent studies have shown that butyrate plays an important role in the protection of the intestinal wall. Through target release coating, butyrate arrives at the right place in the intestines to reduce necrotic infections. read more >

New Clostridium perfringens test indicates intestinal integrity

Intestinal health has become one of the most interesting fields of research. This has resulted in major leaps forward in understanding the world of intestinal bacteria, their profiles and communities, and the correlation with general health and bird performance. A new on-farm Clostridium perfringens test provides an early indication of gut integrity. read more >

Chronic enteritis in laying hens

The current method of dealing with chronic enteritis is based on managing the problem by increasing the resistance and recovery of the hens without knowing the cause. This is the conclusion of two poultry researchers in the Netherlands. read more >

Complex causes need broad prevention and treatment

Various predisposing factors are required to cause clinical and subclinical Necrotic Enteritis. Controlling these factors will, up to a large extend, reduce economic losses. read more >

Prevent the proliferation of Clostridial enteritis

It is possible to ensure healthy intestinal flora through stimulating beneficial bacteria, which helps maintain intestinal health by competing with “harmful” bacteria like Clostridium perfringens. A unique strain of Bacillus subtilis, isolated from the chicken gut, has a targeted effect against Clostridium and proves to be a natural solution to maintain a balanced gastrointestinal tract. read more >
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