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PetEffect of a microencapsulated mixture of botanicals on broilers artificially infected with Eimeria
Bonetti et al., (2026). 16èmes Journées de la Recherche Avicole
Poultry
Feed additives are very important for modern poultry production, guiding what to feed chickens for performance and health.
These health products:
- enhance feed efficiency
- support robust growth
- and improve overall vitality in broilers, layers, and breeders.
This reflects a strategic shift towards precision nutrition, maximizing animal output and optimizing resource utilization for sustainable agriculture.
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Coccidiosis is a major concern in poultry production, affecting both health and profitability. Caused by Eimeria species, it damages the intestinal tract, reducing growth performance. Infected birds are more vulnerable to other diseases, like necrotic enteritis. Economically, it leads to lower performance and higher costs for treatment and prevention, making effective control essential for sustainable poultry farming. Vetagro’s AviPower®2, with microencapsulated selected botanicals, supports live performance in the presence of coccidia, restoring gut integrity.
Regarding gut health, additives like organic acids and botanicals, can maintain intestinal mucosa integrity, modulate microflora, and reduce inflammation. This fosters improved digestion, nutrient uptake, and resilience, supporting proactive health management.
Products like AviPlus®P combine botanicals and organic acids to enhance feed efficiency and modulate microflora. Galliacid®S, a synergistic blend of organic acids, boosts antibacterial power and microbial activity.
For food safety and preservation, AviP®-protect P and AviP®-protect CJ, containing sorbic acid, calcium propionate, and botanicals, control foodborne pathogens, ensuring active ingredients reach the distal intestine for targeted action.
Manufacturers like Vetagro commit to quality and precision. Their over 40-year science-based R&D ensures product efficacy and stability. Microencapsulation within a lipid matrix ensures slow, targeted release of active ingredients directly to the intestine, bypassing gastric degradation. Precision delivery maximizes additive efficacy across species.
Cultivating well-being and productivity
The strategic application of these additives represents a profound evolution in poultry management. Beyond enhancing performance, they are indispensable tools for sustainability, animal welfare, and public health. By enabling targeted delivery and synergistic formulations, these solutions optimize biological impact and economic return. The continuous integration of scientific research with practical application is key to fostering a truly sustainable and efficient poultry industry, ensuring robust health and productivity.