Infectious Diseases in Poultry

Dear Colleagues,

It is well-known that poultry is one of the most widespread food industries on a global scale. In recent years, significant improvements in poultry welfare have been introduced in poultry rearing systems, particularly in the egg production sector. These improvements have intensified some management problems, but have also created more difficulties in infection control, allowing traditional and emerging diseases to occur with economic losses to the poultry industry. Several different viral and bacterial diseases may affect poultry. Moreover, some infections, such as those due to Campylobacter spp., usually occur in poultry without symptoms, representing a problem for human health. The European Union recommends the prudent use of antibiotics in poultry production systems considering the possible implications for the development of antimicrobial resistance. Therefore, the implementation of biosecurity measures and strategies for infectious diseases control has been encouraged, exploring alternatives to the use of antibiotics such as acidifying components, natural substances, immunostimulants, and vaccines. Researchers unceasingly work on gaining knowledge, new results, and innovation in poultry diseases control. The aim of this Special Issue is to disseminate new data on epidemiology, pathogenic mechanisms, diagnostic tools, and vaccine development for infectious diseases prevention and control.

Dr. Elena Circella

Dr. Claudia Maria Tucciarone

Guest Editors

 

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