Research has shown that nutritional interventions can influence the immune system of livestock and poultry. In order to interpret research findings and design stronger experiments, scientists have had to develop a deeper understanding of immune function.
Category: Poultry
Current Challenges in Egg Production
In this interview from the Midwest Poultry Federation Convention 2019, Dr. Eric Gingerich comments on the most pressing challenges facing the egg industry.
Campylobacter: Changing Analytical Methods
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that the pathogenic Campylobacter species altogether cause about 9% of the estimated 9.4 million annual foodborne illnesses in the U.S. and account for approximately 15% of hospitalizations.
The Avian Immune System: Dilemmas and Opportunities in Modern Poultry Farming
Research going back to the 1990s has suggested that the modern poultry industry’s genetic selection for beneficial production traits