The challenge
- Permanent threat of highly pathogenic avian influenza, with the risk of compulsory culling.
- Coccidiosis caused by coccidia oocysts that are extremely resistant to ordinary disinfectants.
- Salmonella pressure combined with statutory sampling and hygiene requirements.
- Intestinal health as a key factor in technical performance and feed conversion.
- Introduction through wild birds, pests, people and equipment.
Our approach
- 01Exclude wild birds and apply strict access control through a hygiene barrier and visitor records.
- 02Use all-in/all-out management with complete cleaning and disinfection between flocks.
- 03Target oocysts with a product whose efficacy against them has been demonstrated.
- 04Support the intestinal flora for stable digestive health and resilience.
- 05Control pests and close routes by which pathogens can enter.
- 06Maintain drinking-water hygiene and monitor microbial counts and biofilm.
Recommended products
- Product
- Virkon™S
- Supplier
- LANXESS
- Application
- Broad-spectrum disinfectant against avian influenza virus, Salmonella and other pathogens; for housing, equipment and vehicles, and for drinking-water lines.
- Product
- Aldecoc® CMK
- Supplier
- LANXESS
- Application
- The only BPR-registered disinfectant with proven efficacy against parasitic oocysts and worm eggs at 2%; competing products require 5% or more (Prophyl S) or 8% (MS MegaDes Para).
- Product
- Aldekol® DES FF
- Supplier
- LANXESS
- Application
- Disinfectant for surface and room treatment, including fogging, in poultry housing.
- Product
- DeterBio®
- Supplier
- LANXESS
- Application
- Alkaline cleaner for loosening and removing organic material before disinfection.
- Product
- DeterUltra®
- Supplier
- LANXESS
- Application
- Alkaline cleaner for pre-treatment within the cleaning protocol.
- Product
- Biacton+
- Supplier
- ChemVet
- Application
- Probiotic supporting the intestinal flora and stable digestive health.
| Product | Supplier | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Virkon™S | LANXESS | Broad-spectrum disinfectant against avian influenza virus, Salmonella and other pathogens; for housing, equipment and vehicles, and for drinking-water lines. |
| Aldecoc® CMK | LANXESS | The only BPR-registered disinfectant with proven efficacy against parasitic oocysts and worm eggs at 2%; competing products require 5% or more (Prophyl S) or 8% (MS MegaDes Para). |
| Aldekol® DES FF | LANXESS | Disinfectant for surface and room treatment, including fogging, in poultry housing. |
| DeterBio® | LANXESS | Alkaline cleaner for loosening and removing organic material before disinfection. |
| DeterUltra® | LANXESS | Alkaline cleaner for pre-treatment within the cleaning protocol. |
| Biacton+ | ChemVet | Probiotic supporting the intestinal flora and stable digestive health. |
Frequently asked questions
01Why does ordinary disinfection not control coccidiosis?
Coccidia oocysts have a highly resistant wall. Most disinfectants do not kill them. Aldecoc® CMK has demonstrated efficacy against oocysts and worm eggs at a concentration of just 2%.
02What is the advantage of Aldecoc® CMK at 2% over competing products?
Prophyl S requires 5% or more and MS MegaDes Para 8% for comparable claims. At 2%, Aldecoc® CMK is more economical to use and is the only product with BPR registration for this efficacy.
03How can I reduce the risk of avian influenza entering the farm?
Prevent contact with wild birds, enforce strict access and changing procedures, disinfect vehicles and equipment and keep the hygiene barrier functional. Virkon™S is effective against influenza virus.
04How can a probiotic benefit my flock?
Biacton+ supports a healthy intestinal flora, which can contribute to stable digestive health, improved feed utilisation and resilience, particularly during stress and after medication.