Red mite is an issue most layer producers will experience at some point, and is often a problem that keeps re-occurring if not managed effectively. Normally, it’s not until the weather really starts to warm up that problems are experienced. But last November producers faced another housing order to help control the spread of avian influenza, which has meant red mite has become an issue much earlier in the season than expected and is something producers need to be mindful of. In this episode...

In this episode we discuss  the importance of optimising bird health from day one. We’ll be speaking to Željka Ervaćinović, managing director of Aviacon Ltd, to hear her thoughts on the benefits of vaccination at the hatchery stage. Later on, we’ll also hear from our very own Andy Payne, key account manager for poultry at MSD Animal Health UK, to find out how hatchery vaccination is helping to improve bird health, welfare and productivity on layer and broiler farms.

We’re bringing you a one-off, special edition podcast episode ahead of MSD Animal Health UK’s cross-sector opportunities conference, Integrate 2021 to be held on 10 November. Integrate 2021 is a pioneering, virtual conference providing the pig, poultry and aquaculture sectors a rare opportunity to come together to initiate cross sector learning, inspire new ways of thinking and facilitate industry networking. Presented by Ingrid Potter, in this episode we’re talking to MSD Animal Health...