Feb 19 2025 12 mins
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Praveen Kosuri, a Ph.D. student at the University of Connecticut, discusses his research on using probiotics to control Salmonella in poultry production. He explains the role of probiotics from hatchery to grow-out, their impact on food safety, and their potential for commercial application. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Poultry and related products account for 47% of Salmonella outbreaks in the U.S., making control strategies crucial."
Meet the guest: Praveen Kosuri is a DVM graduate currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Food Microbiology and Safety at the University of Connecticut. His research focuses on mitigating Salmonella contamination in poultry through probiotics, exploring their role from hatchery to grow-out. With a background in veterinary science and food safety, he aims to improve poultry health and public safety. He is a member of the Poultry Science Association (PSA).
What you'll learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:12) Introduction
- (01:44) Guest background
- (02:40) Salmonella in poultry
- (02:92) Role of probiotics
- (05:47) Probiotic types
- (09:03) Application timing
- (12:49) Closing thoughts
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