Feed biosecurity specialist Anitox will focus antibiotics removal and productive poultry production, and launch a new feed mill biosecurity digital application during IPPE 2024.
Focusing on developing and delivering innovative programs to efficiently produce safer food, Anitox has unveiled that during the International Production & Processing Expo 2024 (IPPE), its research can be seen at the International Poultry Scientific Forum and at Booth B6033. Additionally, Dr. Enrique Montiel, Anitox Global Director of Nutrition and Live Production, will present during the IPPE TechTalk series on “The Challenge of Removing Antibiotics: Innovative Interventions for Productive Poultry Production” on Wednesday, January 31st at 9:30 a.m.
“The removal of antibiotics from food-producing animals has called for substantial changes, leading to a transformation in key aspects of poultry production. The poultry industry is challenged with finding new and improved management practices and ways to prevent disease while also continuing to improve overall performance and profitability. Continued development of chemical, biological, and physical interventions for disease prevention from placement to processing has aided in the shift to antibiotic-free production. A greater understanding of the importance of the microbiome on intestinal health, productivity, immune responses and the control of pathogens of avian and human importance has led to targeted intervention strategies. Feed not only impacts the microbiome due to microbial loads but also serves as a delivery system for interventions during grow out,” says Dr. Montiel.
FREE FEED MILL BIOSECURITY AUDIT APP
“We continue to invest in research uncovering how these alternatives support poultry performance. However, the work doesn’t stop there. Managing microbial risk and safeguarding the food chain requires multiple points of intervention. In October of 2023, our work led to the launch of an inaugural, free Feed Mill Biosecurity Audit app specially designed to help mill managers to identify areas of concern in feed mills, implement good manufacturing practices and adhere to regulatory biosecurity requirements.”
Anitox notices that the app is available for free on iOs and Google Play Stores and the data collected is protected and private, with Anitox relinquishing the right to track user-given audit data.
Dr. Montiel explains, “Creating meaningful biosecurity programs through auditing feed mills and gathering supporting data can be a tedious, though essential task. For years, our feed mill technologists have been inspecting facilities with our partners, collecting evidence, and generating reports for regulatory and compliance bodies worldwide. This process has become much easier for our partners to manage with the introduction of the new Feed Mill Biosecurity Audit app.”
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In addition, Anitox announces that the latest trials at Colorado Quality Research and the University of Arkansas evidence changes within the gut microbiome associated with reduced feed microbial loads, improving mortality and feed conversion rates by 20% and 2 points, respectively.
Callie Selby, Anitox Technical Support Coordinator, explains: “Over the past few years Anitox has invested heavily in understanding the true impact feed source pathogens have on poultry production. Our investigation behind feed hygiene and sanitation has revealed that these strategies not only protect food safety but support producer achievement of key quality and performance metrics. While trial results have been excitingly positive, it has been even more meaningful to confirm these positive outcomes in commercial poultry operations.”
According to the company, using effective chemistry at the most impactful time enables producers to deploy feed hygiene strategies in a way that provides value to their operation. Anitox will present research at the International Poultry Scientific Forum that demonstrates how effective feed hygiene strategies reduce feed microbial loads and support poultry gut health and performance.
“Our research partnerships with leading organizations such as the University of Arkansas and Colorado Quality Research have resulted in significant findings that change the way the industry assesses the impact of feed microbial quality. We continue to invest in research and initiatives that demonstrate our commitment to delivering customer value, asking and answering challenging industry questions to support performance, profitability and safety within the poultry sector,” said Selby.
Producers seeking to understand the impact of feed-source pathogens on poultry performance can meet with Anitox experts at Booth B6033 at any point throughout the show or during Anitox’s Whiskey Tasting events on Tuesday, January 30th, and Wednesday, January 31st, from 3-5 PM.
Anitox recognizes the critical role that feed plays in poultry performance and supports producers in safeguarding the value of their feed by utilizing their expertise in understanding feed pathogens, such as Salmonella, according to the company’s statement.
