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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Practical nutritional aspects to prevent Necrotic Enteritis

There has been an important evolution in broiler nutrition in recent years. The ban of antibiotic growth enhancers and meat and bone meal has necessitated several modifications to maintain a healthy gut, and the efficient use of nutrients. read more >

Enteric diseases with special attention to Clostridium perfringens

Several enteric disorders affect poultry and cause illness, mortality and economic losses. The ban on antibiotic growth promoters increased the problem by allowing intestinal bacteria, influenced by predisposing factors, to destroy the internal lining of the gut. How do you recognise the problem and what can be done about it? read more >

Wet litter problems relate to host-microbiota interactions

Wet litter is of major concern in broiler production because of its negative impact on animal health, welfare and production performance. Poor litter quality stimulates the incidence and severity of foot pad lesions which, in turn, induce pain and discomfort to the animal. As foot pad lesions are proposed as one of the main welfare indicators in the EU Broiler Directive, the severity of foot pad dermatitis in broilers will limit stocking density in the future. read more >

New research into feed additives to control Necrotic Enteritis

Recent experiments show that poultry feeds containing organic acids and medium-chain fatty acids can have anti-clostridium effects in broiler chickens, which may help to control Necrotic Enteritis . read more >
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