Few would argue that to achieve the best performance in poultry or any other species, health care must be based not just on sound science but on the skilled application of science that only comes with hands-on experience.

This issue of Intestinal Health has plenty of both science and skill. In the pages that follow, you’ll read in down-to-earth language about researchers using state-of-the-art technology to explore the important role that alpha-toxin plays in necrotic enteritis (NE), a devastating disease that has become more prevalent as producers strive to meet market demands for poultry meat grown without antibiotics. Additional articles reveal results from trials conducted here and abroad with a new alpha-toxin vaccine called Netvax that is being applied in the field to control NE. It’s administered to hens, which in turn convey immunity against NE to their progeny. Science and skill.

There are several articles in this issue about coccidiosis. One focuses on an intensive European study that demonstrates how attention to certain management practices can significantly boost performance in birds vaccinated with the coccidiosis vaccine Paracox-5. Another explains how coccidiosis vaccination has evolved simply from a means of controlling coccidiosis into a broad management tool with benefits including the restoration of anticoccidial sensitivity, enhanced marketing ability, reduced costs and improved food safety. There's an article about a field study that turned up some surprises about the impact of new and used litter on coccidiosis-control programs. Again, science and skill.

Science and skill also characterize Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health. Our broad, innovative portfolio of products reflects our company's emphasis on science and our commitment to research and development. We bring skill to the field through our technical service team, which has unparalleled expertise in the field of intestinal health and is dedicated to helping poultry producers raise healthy, productive flocksas costeffectively as possible. We hope you take advantage of all we have to offer.

Aris Malo, DVM
Technical Service Manager
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health

Email: [email protected]

Regresar a European Edition (#2)