Endolysin feed additive may reduce antibiotic use in turkeys

A feed-delivered antimicrobial enzyme that targets Clostridium septicum is under development.

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February 11, 2026
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An endolysin-based feed additive that targets Clostridium septicum in turkeys could help producers decrease disease incidence and reduce antibiotic usage.

Endolysins are antimicrobial enzymes derived from bacteriophages, which are viruses that infect bacteria, explained Kane Miller, Ph.D., CEO and founder, Axitan, during the 2025 Poultry Tech Summit held November 3-5, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia.

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