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Tremendous progress has already been made with the implementation of the EcoAntibio plan and raised awareness of the use of antibiotics among farmers and veterinarians. One area for improvement remains the strengthening of control measures during critical phases in livestock production: birth, weaning, start of fattening stage, the mixing of…
Some cases of lameness are caused by the development of bacteria, such as treponemes, in lesions on the foot caused by the floors or injuries.They are responsible for digital dermatitis which can quickly contaminate an entire herd once the germs have entered the farm. Advanced lesions require veterinary treatment andassistance…
While incredible progress has already been made, there is increasing demand for chickens raised without antibiotics. This will necessarily involve greater control of Escherichia coli and Enterococcus cecorum infections. We must intervene during the chick phase to limit environmental contamination, prevent the development of pathogens in the intestinal tract, and…