The Policy & Pathogen Series The Vaccine Dilemma: Why Isn't There a "Silver Bullet"? Exploring why Avian Influenza vaccination is more about trade and surveillance than just "pokes in arms." Howdy …
The Science of Resistance If Ducks Carry It, Why Aren't They Dying? Understanding the difference between a "Natural Reservoir" and a "Dead-End Host." Howdy y'all — one of the most common questions …
The Epidemiology of Winter Flyways & Flu: Why Migration Drives Winter Risks Understanding the seasonal surge in the Southern United States. Howdy y'all — every winter, headlines about Avian Influenza (AI) resurface, e…
Zoom Out Series: Part 1 Understanding Spotty Liver Disease (SLD) The silent production-killer in free-range laying hens. Howdy y'all — today I want to dive into Spotty Liver Disease (SLD) . This is a condition that doesn&…
Microbiology Minute Campylobacter: Not All Species Are Created Equal Food Safety vs. Flock Health — Knowing the Difference Matters. If you've spent any time reading about poultry health or food safety, you've probably…
🐔 Chicken Folklore vs. Poultry Science Separating "Housewife Tales" from Evidence-Based Husbandry If you've spent any time in backyard chicken communities, you've heard the remedies: garlic in the water, yogurt …
Poultry Science Deep-Dive The Unseen Threat: A Guide to Marek’s Disease Understanding the viral oncology and prevention of Gallid alphaherpesvirus 2. When discussing poultry health, we often focus on common issues like respir…