These two distinct but related diseases are a major concern for the global broiler industry because of their ability to cause increased mortality, production losses, and animal welfare and food safety concerns, along with all the resulting costs. The main form of prevention has traditionally been the use of antibiotics and anticoccidials, but lessons are being learned about prevention in a reduced antibiotic environment.
Necrotic enteritis (NE) has a major impact on the broiler industry globally. The vaccine by Huvepharma® has been shown to be effective against NE caused by Clostridium perfringens type A in broiler chickens.
