Dr. Morgan Farnell: Alternatives in Poultry Production | Ep. 45

The growing threat of antimicrobial resistance makes it imperative to explore alternative strategies of sustainable and responsible poultry farming. Therefore, understanding the mechanisms behind the action of antibiotic alternatives can significantly improve bird gut health and consequently, food safety. In this episode, Dr. Morgan Farnell shares his experience working with avian microbiology and immunology. In particular, he talks about understanding the use of products that are alternatives to antibiotics in poultry and some biosecurity aspects related to disease outbreaks.

“I think the toughest thing about studying antibiotic alternatives is that, even though they are alternatives, you're not going to see the same effects." - Dr. Morgan Farnell

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:28) Introduction
• (05:08) Research history
• (08:04) Dealing with disease outbreaks like high-path avian influenza
• (11:14) Depopulation in situations of disease outbreak
• (13:37) How alternative products to antibiotics function
• (20:54) Control standpoints in the pre-harvest
• (25:24) Ag education
• (28:14) Modulating bird immune response
• (36:20) Final thoughts and some advice

Meet the guest: Dr. Morgan Farnell

Experience:

• Current: Associate Professor at Texas A&M University
• Past: Associate Professor at Mississippi State University

Background:

• Ph.D., Veterinary Microbiology (Texas A&M University)
• M.Sc., Poultry Science (Texas A&M University)
• B.Sc., Agri-Business (Southern Arkansas University)

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