Novel Approaches to Enhancing Poultry Health: From Bench to Farm
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Animal Nutrition".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 97
Special Issue Editors
Interests: feed additives; broiler; intestinal health
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Interests: antioxidant; plant extracts; oxidative stress; intestinal health; mitochondrial function
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on innovative strategies to enhance poultry health, with a particular emphasis on feed formulation, feed additives, feed processing techniques, and management practices that optimize gut health—a critical factor in disease prevention, nutrient absorption, and overall productivity. As the poultry industry shifts toward sustainable and antibiotic-free production, advancements in functional feeds, probiotics, prebiotics, enzymes, and precision feeding systems play a pivotal role in strengthening intestinal integrity, immunity, and performance. We invite original research and reviews on dietary interventions, feed processing innovations, and farm management protocols that improve microbial balance, reduce pathogens, and enhance nutrient utilization. Contributions may also explore the synergistic effects of additives, gut–microbiome interactions, and cost-effective feeding strategies for disease resilience and growth efficiency. By bridging laboratory breakthroughs with practical farm applications, this Special Issue aims to address key challenges in poultry production, including antibiotic reduction, metabolic disorders, and environmental stressors, while ensuring economic viability. Researchers, nutritionists, and industry experts are encouraged to submit findings that advance science-backed and scalable solutions for sustainable poultry health.
Dr. Yueping Chen
Dr. Hao Zhang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- poultry gut health
- feed nutrition
- feed additives
- feed processing
- management
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