Research shows Original XPCTM reduces Salmonella load and improves body weight and feed conversion in challenged turkeys
Don McIntyre, PhD
Diamond V
Stephanie Frankenbach, PhD
Diamond V
Although Salmonella can be found in the environment and many other food sources, poultry products remain a significant source of salmonellosis. A growing body of research shows that feeding Original XPCTM
can significantly reduce the pre-harvest prevalence and load of this foodborne pathogen in poultry, including turkeys. Learn More
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Salmonella: Actual prevalence in poultry products
Doug Smith, PhD
Diamond V
Those working in live operations for poultry companies often believe they have no problem with Salmonella. That belief is in line with published USDA reports. However, many poultry processing plant personnel, testing post-chill products, find that Salmonella prevalence can exceed 20% on cut-up parts and 50% in ground meat. What's going on with this high-risk pathogen? Read More
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Euthanasia of egg-type male chicks
Eric Gingerich, DVM Diamond V
Animal health and veterinary organizations approve the practice of properly managed maceration to euthanize male chicks not used in egg production. Now, however, a well-known multi-national food company that uses eggs in its processed food products is advocating for alternative methods.Read More
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Most of the blame...
Clayton Gill, Editor
Diamond V
Poultry still gets most of the blame for salmonellosis, even though U.S. public health reports implicate sources ranging from Salmonella-contaminated alfalfa sprouts and tomatoes to peanut butter and pet turtles. Read More
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention charts the North American flu season as beginning in October and rising to peak incidence in February. Research shows that use of EpiCor supports the human immune system to significantly reduce cold and flu symptoms. Embria Health Scienceshuman supplement research benefits from more than 70 years of scientific investigation at sibling company Diamond V. Good health to you and your family!
