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Veterinary Sciences
Vinay G. Joshi, Deepika Chaudhary, Nitish Bansal, Renu Singh, Sushila Maan, Nand K. Mahajan, Chintu Ravishankar, Niranjana Sahoo, Sunil K. Mor, Jessica Radzio-Basu, Catherine M. Herzog, Vivek Kapur, Parveen Goel, Naresh Jindal, Sagar M. Goyal
Summary: Newcastle disease virus (NDV) causes Newcastle disease in poultry in India, with a 9.8% apparent prevalence rate found in a surveillance study. The presence of NDV in commercial and backyard poultry emphasizes the importance of surveillance studies even in apparently healthy flocks. The study contributes to a better understanding of NDV epidemiology and could help formulate disease control strategies for both commercial and backyard birds.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Asma Fagrach, Siham Fellahi, Mohammed Kamal Challioui, Oumaima Arbani, Ibtissam El Zirani, Faouzi Kichou, Mohammed Bouslikhane
Summary: No previous studies have focused on describing the current situation of backyard poultry flocks in Morocco and its potential risks to the commercial sector and public health. The survey revealed that backyard poultry farming is a major contributor to the maintenance and spread of diseases due to lack of vaccination, veterinary consulting, biosecurity practices, and irrational self-medication of diseased birds. Outreach programs about disease prevention, biosecurity practices, and prophylactic campaigns should be implemented to mitigate the risks.
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Veterinary Sciences
Charlie F. Amoia, Jean N. Hakizimana, Nisha K. Duggal, Augustino A. Chengula, Mohammed A. Rohaim, Muhammad Munir, James Weger-Lucarelli, Gerald Misinzo
Summary: The genetic nature of currently circulating Newcastle disease virus (NDV) genotypes in backyard poultry flocks in East Africa is poorly understood. This study characterized the NDV genotypes in Tanzania and found that subgenotype VII.2 is the predominant strain in the region. This information is important for the design of vaccines and disease control efforts.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
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Veterinary Sciences
Marie Souvestre, Mattias Delpont, Claire Guinat, Camille Dumat, Laureen Guichard, Lorenzo Manis, Hugues Duret, Jean-Luc Guerin, Guillaume Le Loc'h
Summary: In recent years, the number of backyard poultry flocks in France has been increasing, with motivations for owning poultry being primarily for egg consumption, recycling, and having pet animals. However, there is a lack of awareness about certain diseases and poor implementation of biosecurity practices among owners. By identifying five profiles of family poultry flocks based on flock characteristics and owners' practices and motivations, it highlights the heterogeneity of the backyard poultry sector and provides insights for targeted veterinary and public health education messages to prevent disease transmission.
PREVENTIVE VETERINARY MEDICINE
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Abdirahman Mohamed Osman, Omolade A. Oladele, Abdalla Mohamed Ibrahim, Mahdi Ali Mahamoud, Mohamed Abdelrahman Mohamed, Nnenna Ogechukwu Nwachukwu
Summary: The cross-sectional study conducted in Banadir region of Somalia between January and April 2019 revealed a high prevalence of Newcastle disease in backyard chickens, with adult chickens showing a significantly higher infection rate compared to grower chickens. Further molecular studies are necessary to develop evidence-based control measures to minimize the economic and social impacts of the disease on smallholders.
TROPICAL ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Abel B. Ekiri, Bryony Armson, Kehinde Adebowale, Isabella Endacott, Erika Galipo, Ruth Alafiatayo, Daniel L. Horton, Adah Ogwuche, Olorunsola N. Bankole, Hussein M. Galal, Beatty-Viv Maikai, Mariana Dineva, Aliyu Wakawa, Erik Mijten, Gabriel Varga, Alasdair J. C. Cook
Summary: The majority of commercial poultry farms in Oyo and Kano states of Nigeria lack adequate protection against IBV and NDV, making them vulnerable to field challenges. Detection of IBDV and IBV RNA on farms with vaccination history indicates potential vaccination failure or mismatch between vaccine and circulating strains, rendering them non-protective.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Mamoona Chaudhry, Hamad Bin Rashid, Michael Thrusfield, Mark C. Eisler, Susan C. Welburn
Summary: In rural areas of Pakistan, there is a high seroprevalence of avian influenzas in backyard poultry, with most poultry being raised for egg/meat production and primarily in a semi-caged system. Continuous surveillance of backyard poultry is necessary to reduce the risk of avian influenza in the country.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kyuyoung Lee, Richard Pereira, Beatriz Martinez-Lopez, Roselle C. Busch, Alda F. A. Pires
Summary: The number and popularity of backyard poultry and livestock farming have increased in California and other states in the United States due to consumers' preference for local and organic products. This study examined on-farm management and farmers' understanding of Veterinary Feed Directive and California Senate Bill implications for disease prevention, biosecurity procedures, and antimicrobial use in small-scale and backyard farms in California. The results showed that backyard and small-scale farmers primarily raised chickens or small ruminants for personal use, and antibiotics were generally used under veterinary guidance for individual treatment of sick animals. The implementation of Veterinary Feed Directive and California Senate Bill encouraged the judicious use of antibiotics and strengthened the relationship between farmers and veterinarians, leading to the reduction of antibiotic use under veterinary oversight.
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Veterinary Sciences
Chintu Ravishankar, Rajasekhar Ravindran, Anneth Alice John, Nithin Divakar, George Chandy, Vinay Joshi, Deepika Chaudhary, Nitish Bansal, Renu Singh, Niranjana Sahoo, Sunil K. Mor, Nand K. Mahajan, Sushila Maan, Naresh Jindal, Megan A. Schilling, Catherine M. Herzog, Saurabh Basu, Jessica Radzio-Basu, Vivek Kapur, Sagar M. Goyal
Summary: This study conducted a survey on Newcastle disease in Kerala, South India, and found that the disease is endemic in poultry, especially in birds reared under intensive systems. The results of this study are important for the development of effective disease control measures. Statistical analysis suggests that the prevalence of the virus is influenced by wild bird migration season and the presence of migratory birds.
VETERINARY MEDICINE AND SCIENCE
(2022)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
T. S. Dias, R. J. Nascimento, L. S. Machado, D. L. C. Abreu, E. R. do Nascimento, V. L. A. Pereira, M. H. C. de Aquino
Summary: The study revealed that Campylobacter spp. from conventional poultry production showed higher resistance to antibiotics compared to those from backyard poultry flocks, particularly in terms of amoxicillin with clavulanic acid, ceftiofur, erythromycin, and tetracycline. Additionally, a higher frequency of resistance to fluoroquinolones was observed in strains from both rearing systems, indicating the spread of resistant strains in poultry production environments.
BRITISH POULTRY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Rachel Schambow, Yoder Colin, Wright Dave, Daniella N. Schettino, Andres M. Perez
Summary: As the threat of African swine fever continues, there is a need for new tools to detect and monitor the disease early. Questionnaires and focus group discussions revealed the potential value of enhanced passive surveillance protocols, but also highlighted challenges such as participation motivation, data sharing, and diagnostic testing costs.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
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Infectious Diseases
Libin Chen, Jie Song, Hongzhi Liu, Juncheng Cai, Qiuyan Lin, Chenggang Xu, Chan Ding, Ming Liao, Tao Ren, Bin Xiang
Summary: The study identified the widespread presence of class I NDVs in southern China, with genetic analysis revealing that the isolates mainly belong to genotype 1.1.2. Bayesian analysis also suggested that the United States may be the source of NDVs, while eastern and southern China may serve as epicentres for the spread of these viruses in China.
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Dana C. Jelinski, Karin Orsel, J. Scott Weese, John M. Conly, Danielle A. Julien
Summary: This article conducted a structured narrative review from July 2006 to July 2021 and found a distinct gap in consistent antimicrobial treatment information for commonly encountered bacterial infections in exotic, small flock, and backyard small ruminant species. Further clinical trials are needed to strengthen the evidence base for antimicrobial use in these species.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Miranda Carrisosa, Shanhao Jin, Brigid A. McCrea, Kenneth S. Macklin, Teresa Dormitorio, Rudiger Hauck
Summary: Backyard chicken flocks with low biosecurity are prone to infections with various pathogens, posing risks to nearby poultry and human health. This study found that coccidia were the most common parasite in backyard flocks, with some parasites capable of causing severe diseases. Detected parasites include those that can infect humans, such as Cryptosporidium spp. and Blastocystis spp.
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Veterinary Sciences
Katalin M. Larsen, Melissa DeCicco, Katherine Hood, Andrea J. Etter
Summary: The popularity of backyard chickens has been steadily increasing over the past 10 years, and the COVID-19 pandemic has further boosted its popularity. However, cases of salmonellosis from live poultry exposure have also risen. This study focused on investigating the prevalence of S. enterica in rural and urban chicken flocks in Vermont, as well as the attitudes, knowledge, and biosecurity practices of backyard chicken owners. The findings highlight the need for improved messaging on biosecurity and risks associated with backyard chickens.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)