Understand ‘true depth’ of Eimeria for better poultry health

Poultry farms that improve Eimeria control can significantly reduce coccidiosis and related issues such as necrotic enteritis and salmonellosis.

Interestingly, research shows a strong inter-relationship between Eimeria, which causes coccidiosis, and the formation and exacerbation of bacteria associated with these additional disease challenges.

Matthew Jones, DVM, PhD, Southern Poultry Research Group, presented in-depth information on coccidiosis at the 2024 Poultry Science Association annual meeting.

“Coccidia by itself is a substantial concern to the poultry industry,” Jones said. “But when secondary impacts are considered, the true depth of consequences resulting from Eimeria infections can be appreciated.”

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