Tag: Poultry
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Antimicrobial Peptides in Chickens: A Promising Defense Against Salmonella
Introduction: A New Tool Against a Old Foe Salmonella remains the leading cause of bacterial foodborne illness linked to poultry, challenging farmers and public health officials alike. A new line of research from scientists at The Ohio State University and collaborators explores a novel defense: antimicrobial peptides derived from probiotic bacteria. In both laboratory settings…
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Housing Order Sought to Shield Poultry Flocks from Avian Flu Risk
Industry calls for decisive action as avian influenza looms The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) Poultry Committee has intensified its push for a mandatory housing order for poultry nationwide. The appeal comes in response to confirmed Avian Influenza (AI) cases in County Tyrone and neighboring Fermanagh in recent days, underscoring the ongoing risk to commercial and…
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Antimicrobial Peptides Show Promise Against Salmonella in Chickens, Study Finds
New Hope in the Fight Against Salmonella Researchers from The Ohio State University have identified antimicrobial peptides derived from a probiotic bacterial strain that could help curb Salmonella, the leading cause of bacterial foodborne illness linked to poultry. In a series of lab and live-animal tests, these peptides demonstrated the ability to inhibit Salmonella growth…
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Housing Order Urged to Shield Poultry Flocks from Avian Flu Risks
Urgent call for a housing order as Avian Influenza threats grow The IFA Poultry Committee has renewed its call for a government housing order to shelter poultry flocks from Avian Influenza (AI) after confirmed cases emerged in County Tyrone and nearby areas in recent days. With the risk of further spread increasing, industry leaders say…
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Urgent Recall: Four Popular Templetuohy Farm Fresh Foods Chicken Products Pulled Over Salmonella Fears
Urgent recall issued for four Templetuohy Farm Fresh Foods chicken products In a swiftly coordinated public health move, four popular chicken products from Templetuohy Farm Fresh Foods have been urgently recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall affects items that are widely found in homes and grocery stores, prompting a national warning for consumers…
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Why Do We Eat Chicken Over Other Birds Like Seagulls and Swans
Introduction: Why chicken became the plate’s default When you sit down to a meal, chances are the protein on your plate comes from a chicken or its products. But why do we eat chicken so much more than other birds—like seagulls, swans, or even wild game birds? The answer lies at the intersection of biology,…
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Wild Bird Poo Testing in Northern Australia: A Frontline Strategy to Keep Eggs on the Shelves
Protecting Australia’s egg supply from a global threat In the early heat of a remote Northern Territory morning, a small team quietly carries out one of the country’s most crucial biosecurity operations. Indigenous rangers, joined by a government veterinarian, comb the coastlines and wetlands for fresh bird droppings. The goal is simple in method, high-stakes…
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Wild Bird Poo Testing in Northern Australia: Protecting Eggs on the Shelves
Protecting Australia’s eggs from a global threat In the early warmth of a remote Northern Territory morning, the Hum of heat and humidity marks the start of a crucial biosecurity operation. Indigenous rangers, guided by a government veterinarian, comb the shoreline for fresh droppings. Their mission is deceptively simple in one sense: collect evidence from…
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DA Lifts Bird Import Ban on New Zealand Poultry Products
Philippines Reopens Imports of New Zealand Poultry The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced the lifting of the temporary import ban on domesticated and wild birds, including poultry products, from New Zealand. The move follows the resolution of avian influenza outbreaks in the country and the confirmation by international health authorities that the situation is…
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Philippines Lifts Bird Import Ban on New Zealand After Avian Influenza Resolution
DA Lifts Bird Import Ban on New Zealand as Avian Influenza Outbreak Is Resolved The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on Monday that it has lifted the temporary ban on importing domesticated and wild birds, as well as poultry products, from New Zealand. The move follows the resolution of the avian influenza outbreak that had…