Respiratory Challenges & Supportive Control Strategies in Poultry Production in the Middle East
Respiratory diseases constitute one of the major challenges to poultry production in the Middle East, resulting in substantial economic losses due to increased mortality, reduced growth performance, poor feed conversion and higher costs of medication and control. The epidemiology of respiratory diseases in the region is complex and influenced by infectious agents, climatic conditions, production […]
Customer Testimonial
General Manager at a commercial layer integrator in the UAE “Before discovering UTRIX, our farm was facing serious challenges. Mortality was high, bird performance had dropped significantly, and our egg production fell from 85% to 72%. After conducting lesion scoring, we confirmed that mycotoxins were the root cause. Although we were already using a premix […]
Managing (Emerging) Poultry Diseases in MEA
Avian Influenza is a so-called listed disease (mandatory to report), specifically LPAI H9N2 is still causing economics losses by reducing poultry health, welfare and performance. The losses can be further increase when other respiratory viral or bacterial diseases are present at the same time. Marc Rachoine, Technical Head at UTRIX, explains: “While the level […]
Heat Stress and Poultry Welfare: Can We Solve the Problem?
Dr Wael Abdelrahman DVM PhD MBA Introduction Heat stress in poultry occurs when birds struggle to balance internal heat production with heat loss to their environment. Birds within their thermoneutral zone can regulate body temperature through normal behaviour. However, when the ambient temperature exceeds the upper critical limit, birds must actively lose heat through panting, a natural and […]
3 Questions to Thi Banchereau: Innovation Director at UTRIX
3 Questions to Thi Banchereau: Innovation Director at UTRIX At UTRIX we have a dedicated Innovation Team, focused on providing the feed and animal industry with cutting-edge solutions supported by expert services. This enables us to expand our presence beyond Lebanon, into the Middle East and Africa. The team is led by Thi Banchereau, […]
Understanding and Preventing Prolapse in Laying Hens
Prolapse in laying hens is a common multifactorial syndrome that can lead to significant economic losses for producers, and it can even be fatal if not addressed promptly. But what exactly is prolapse, and how can we evaluate the risks? What is prolapse in layers? Egg laying usually starts when Pullets are between 17-18 Wks. […]
Choline Supplementation in Laying Hens’ Diet: How Much to Supplement?
Choline, an essential nutrient with health benefits in humans, is a main component of egg yolk. This article delves into the controversy surrounding choline supplementation in poultry feeds and presents two approaches to choline supplementation. A key element for health Choline is an essential nutrient for humans and many other animals including poultry. Choline was […]
Turning the Heat Down: Nutritional Strategies to Prevent Poultry Heat Stress
As the mercury rises, heat stress emerges as a growing challenge for poultry health and a profit stealer for poultry farmers. This article delves into the heart of heat stress, revealing its impacts on laying hens in particular. Among the mitigation strategies necessary to shield birds from the effects of the heat, nutritional adaptation is […]