Jan 15 2025 17 mins
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Michelle Kromm, Principal at Food Forward, breaks down the challenges of managing Clostridial Dermatitis in turkeys and broilers. She covers its effects on flock health, the importance of responsible antimicrobial use, and the implications for the industry's long-term sustainability. Dr. Kromm also shares practical strategies to control the disease while keeping production efficiency and bird welfare in check. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Gut barrier resilience is crucial for preventing systemic bacterial infections in poultry, especially in contaminated environments."
Meet the guest: Dr. Michelle Kromm, DVM, MPH, MAM, Diplomate ACPV, is the Principal at Food Forward, LLC, with over 15 years of expertise in food safety, emergency disease management, and antimicrobial stewardship. She earned her veterinary and public health degrees at Iowa State and the University of Iowa, followed by a master’s in poultry medicine at the University of Georgia.
What you'll learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:32) Introduction
- (03:52) Clostridial Dermatitis
- (05:38) Age & production stage
- (06:57) Disease challenges
- (10:20) Antimicrobial use
- (12:47) Effective mitigation
- (16:40) Closing thoughts
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