
Dr. Morgan Farnell: Biosecurity Challenges & Solutions | Ep. 112
About this episode
In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Morgan Farnell from Texas A&M University talks about some of the major challenges in poultry production and the innovative solutions being developed to address them. He covers important topics like biosecurity, antimicrobial resistance, and gut health. Dr. Farnell also shares insights from recent research on disinfection methods, vaccine trials, and how alternatives to antibiotics work in poultry. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to keep your flocks healthy while navigating the complexities of today’s poultry industry. Catch the episode on all major platforms now!
"It's crucial to understand the limitations of disinfection methods. Some products reduce pathogens, but there's still work to do."
Meet the guest:
Dr. Morgan Farnell is a Professor at Texas A&M University with a Ph.D. in Veterinary Microbiology. He has over 20 years of experience in poultry production, focusing on biosecurity, gut health, and alternatives to antibiotics. Currently, Dr. Farnell is leading research in antimicrobial resistance and vaccination strategies to improve food safety.
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TIMESTAMPS
- (00:00) Introduction
- (05:45) Gut modifiers research
- (13:10) Boot cover experiment
- (18:00) Disinfection methods
- (23:00) Viral pathogen control
- (26:05) Antimicrobial resistance
- (30:10) Final Questions
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