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How we can limit use of Anti Microbial products in Poultry production, what are possible outcomes of AMR on Future poultry production.
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How we can limit use of Anti Microbial products is by applying key strategies for preventive measures of improving strict biosecurity safety practices :
1, To avoid building the farm near bodies of water that may attract wild birds or other animals
Farm should avoid using ponds as a source of water for the birds because other water fowl can contaminate the water
Building housing structured in well leave geographical location that will prevent entrance of wild birds, or mise into the poultry house
Farm workers who have contacted with outside birds or own backyard birds , and neighbours birds should not be allowed into the poultry house
The farm should provide shelter, food and good water all the time
Vaccination should be use only when needed after consultation and confirmation from laboratory diagnosis
The possible outcomes of AMR on future poultry production is for poultry farmers to decide and maintain either synthetic method or Organic method which ever is preferable to a farmer and to avoid combining the use of both synthetic and Organic methods at the same time to avoid mistakes.
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To limit antibiotic use in poultry production and address the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), focus on preventative measures, alternative strategies, and responsible use of antimicrobials. Possible future outcomes of AMR on poultry production include treatment failures, economic losses, and potential human health risks.
Strategies to Limit Antibiotic Use:
Preventative measures:
Implement robust biosecurity protocols (e.g., restricting visitors, cleaning and disinfecting, controlling vermin) to minimize disease outbreaks.
Alternative strategies:
Vaccination: Utilize vaccines to protect against common diseases.
Good husbandry practices: Improve environmental conditions, hygiene, and reduce stress on birds to improve their overall health.
Feed additives: Explore the use of prebiotics, probiotics, and other feed additives to support gut health and reduce the need for antibiotics.
Genetic breeding: Consider breeding programs that develop disease-resistant breeds.
Non-conventional antimicrobials: Research and implement alternative antimicrobial agents like antimicrobial peptides, bacteriophages, and nanoparticles.
Prudent use of antimicrobials:
Avoid preventative use: Only use antimicrobials when clinically necessary and for specific, targeted treatments.
Improve diagnosis: Ensure accurate diagnosis of infections to avoid unnecessary antimicrobial use.
Strengthen surveillance and monitoring: Track antimicrobial resistance patterns and use to guide treatment decisions.
Possible Outcomes of AMR on Future Poultry Production:
Treatment failures:
Resistant bacteria may become less responsive to common antibiotics, leading to treatment failures and increased mortality.
Economic losses:
Treatment failures, increased disease outbreaks, and reduced productivity can result in significant economic losses for poultry producers.
Human health risks:
AMR in poultry can contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in humans, posing a threat to public health.
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Well said sirs.
Thank you
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Biosecurity,and planning on good updated SOPs. Staffs training to understand why the does on farm.
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Your feed and water should be recommended quality.Ventillation should be perfect and vaccination should be based on local viral and bacterial load.Then only after can reduce the uses of antimicrobials
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To limit antimicrobial use in poultry production and mitigate the risks of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), focus on preventative measures like robust biosecurity, vaccination programs, and improved management practices, while also exploring alternatives to antibiotics like probiotics and improved gut health. Failure to address AMR could lead to treatment failures, economic losses, and increased risks of zoonotic transmission of resistant bacteria to humans
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That’s true.
AMR is now a big issue now, for animals and even to humans too.
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Reduce the use of antibiotics and maintain the limited selected use
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If birds are not diagnosed and confirmed with a bacterial disease, then do not use antimicrobial products. Please run an antibiogram to establish susceptibility of the bacterial strain(s) causing the problem and then select the appropriate antimicrobial product. Restrain from medicating birds without knowing if the antimicrobial product will be effective or not as this increases the likelihood of antimicrobial resistance. Finally, please DO NOT use antimicrobial products as a prophylactic agents in the absence of confirmed bacterial disease. Prophylactic antimicrobials mask many deficiencies in production, management, and husbandry and does not allow farm staff to learn from previous issues and get better. Prophylactic antimicrobials hide many problems with biosecurity, hygiene, and cleanliness in farm operations.
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Reducing the use of antimicrobial products in poultry farming is crucial to preventing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and ensuring sustainable poultry production. Here are some key strategies:
1. Improve Biosecurity Measures
Implement strict biosecurity protocols to prevent disease outbreaks.
Control farm access, disinfect equipment, and maintain proper hygiene.
Use all-in/all-out systems to prevent cross-contamination.
2. Enhance Farm Management and Hygiene
Keep poultry houses clean and well-ventilated.
Ensure proper litter management and regular disinfection.
Provide adequate space and reduce stocking density to lower disease transmission.
3. Optimize Nutrition and Gut Health
Use high-quality, balanced feed to boost immunity.
Incorporate probiotics, prebiotics, and organic acids to promote gut health.
Ensure proper vitamin and mineral supplementation.
4. Vaccination Programs
Follow a strict vaccination schedule to prevent common poultry diseases.
Use autogenous vaccines in high-risk areas if necessary.
5. Alternative Disease Control Methods
Utilize herbal extracts, essential oils, and phytogenic additives.
Employ bacteriophages and enzymes as natural antimicrobial agents.
Encourage the use of competitive exclusion products (probiotic bacteria).
6. Selective Breeding for Disease Resistance
Breed poultry strains with stronger immune systems and disease resistance.
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To limit the use of antimicrobial products in poultry production, key strategies include enhancing biosecurity measures, implementing comprehensive vaccination programs, optimizing bird management practices, utilizing rapid diagnostics for accurate disease identification, and promoting research into alternative treatment options; neglecting these efforts could lead to significant impacts on future poultry production, including increased disease outbreaks, higher mortality rates, production losses, restricted market access due to consumer concerns, and potentially higher costs associated with managing antibiotic-resistant infections.
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To limit the use of antimicrobial products in poultry production, key strategies include prioritizing preventative measures like enhanced biosecurity, vaccination programs, optimized nutrition, improved genetics for disease resistance, and implementing strict management practices, all aimed at minimizing the need for antibiotics; potential outcomes of AMR on future poultry production could include increased disease outbreaks, higher mortality rates, reduced production efficiency, limited treatment options, economic losses, and potential restrictions on poultry product trade due to concerns over food safety.
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