Biosecurity, Diseases and Health Management in Poultry
AGRI1008(1)
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30
1
Description
Key principles of health management. Causes of diseases in poultry. Common diseases in poultry (broilers and layer hens). Prevention of diseases in poultry. Components of biosecurity. Isolation of the flock from disease causing organisms. Hygiene. Implementation, and monitoring, of an effective Cleaning and Disinfection programme. Implementation, and monitoring, of an effective vaccination programme for broilers and layer hens. Effective fly control. Recognising sick and healthy birds. Performing a post-mortem examination in poultry.
Faculty
Department
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
Agricultural Production and Systems
Contact Details
Administrative assistant: Mr. ABEELUCK Yajyushsingh
Telephone: 4037400
Email: aofoa-exam@uom.ac.mu
