[Saviour Uyinosa]

Marek disease is a preventable viral infection that affects poultry birds from week 11 of age in most cases. It is rare to have Marek infection in commercial broiler as they are shortlived birds.

How to Manage Marek’s Disease

Marek’s disease is a highly contagious viral disease that affects chickens. To manage Marek’s disease effectively, here are some key steps to follow:How to Manage Marek’s Disease

1. Vaccination: Vaccinating your poultry against Marek’s disease is crucial in preventing its spread. Consult with your veterinarian to develop a vaccination schedule that is suitable for your chickens. Also care must be taken to ensure the vaccine is not expired

2. Good Biosecurity Practices: Implement strict biosecurity measures on your farm to prevent the introduction and spread of Marek’s disease. This includes limiting exposure to new birds, practicing proper hygiene, and disinfecting equipment regularly.

3. Culling Infected Birds: If you suspect that a bird is infected with Marek’s disease, it’s important to isolate and cull the bird promptly to prevent further spread of the virus.

4. Proper Nutrition: Providing your chickens with a balanced diet rich in essential nutrients can help boost their immune system and improve their ability to fight off infections, including Marek’s disease.

5. Regular Monitoring: Keep a close eye on your flock for any signs of Marek’s disease, such as paralysis, weight loss, and tumors. Early detection can help prevent the disease from spreading further.

By following these management practices, you can help protect your chickens from Marek’s disease and maintain a healthy flock.

[Saviour Uyinosa]

In addition, daily hygiene must be observed most especially from our farm hands. To do this, position a hand washing bowl close to the entrance of the pen containing disinfectant for routine hand wash.

[Lateef Olaosun]

Yes

[Saviour Uyinosa]

Unfortunately, the various agencies responsible for price regulation in our beloved county are still in the womb.

[Elisha Folorunsho]

Exactly sir

[Damian A. Ogunbi]

What are those alternative resources that can be used?

[Elisha Folorunsho]

Yes exactly

[Elisha Folorunsho]

At the same time nutritionist can work on it and give composition of compounds or ingredients needed

[Elisha Folorunsho]

Quality control personnel should be in best to work on it.

[Elisha Folorunsho]

It’s should be considered because of its importance

[Elisha Folorunsho]

Vital ideas 💡

[Elisha Folorunsho]

Very good point to be considered

[Elisha Folorunsho]

Exactly better idea to be on a safer side.

[Opeyemi]

Brilliant points so far; government policies, stakeholders involvement in innovative approach, etc.

I’d like to add that, in order for a lot of farmers to remain in the business until price crashing policies and methodologies are implemented, price regulation is essential. With price regulation or controlled pricing, farmers will be able to earn a living regardless of the cost of input. That way, they can survive the inflation that is ravaging the land.

[Saviour Uyinosa]

Apt