The Poultry Podcast Show Dr. Ken Macklin: Poultry Litter Management | Ep. 52
In this episode, join Dr. Ken Macklin and me as we take a journey into his research on litter management, highlighting the approach to reducing pathogen loads in litter. We discuss litter amendments, ammonia control strategies, the pros and cons of the built-up litter system vs. the changing-out system, the evaluation of emerging technologies, previous game-changers in disease prevention in poultry, and much more.
"If you don't follow three days of composting, turn the litter, and let it go for another two to three days, then you'll achieve almost a 100% kill."
What you'll learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (02:35) Introduction and professional background
- (15:35) Built-up litter system vs. changing-out system
- (19:38) Key suggestions for litter management
- (22:30) Bacteria load in built up litter and potential risks
- (25:42) Role of extension and problem-solving in poultry care
- (35:06) Evaluation of emerging technologies
- (38:13) Changes in Necrotic Enteritis over time
- (41:25) Importance of collaboration and open communication in the industry
- (42:57) Final questions
Meet the guest: Dr. Ken Macklin
- Experience:Department Head and Professor at Mississippi State University
Background:
- M.Sc. in Zoology/Animal Biology (Northern Illinois University)
- PhD in Poultry Science (Auburn University)
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