Microbiome management in the first seven days of a bird's life can have lasting impacts on health, productivity and sustainability in poultry production.
Dr. Alastair Thomas, global head of poultry nutrition and health with Anitox, believes that understanding and optimizing the poultry gut microbiome is crucial for modern producers facing challenges in a post-antibiotic growth promoter era. In this conversation, Thomas emphasizes the importance of tailored solutions that address specific microbial challenges and the critical nature of management practices during a chick's first week of life. By focusing on microbiome health, producers can achieve significant improvements in feed efficiency, bird welfare and overall sustainability.
