Description
This course explores the critical viral diseases affecting poultry farming, emphasizing their biological, economic, and public health impacts. It provides a comprehensive understanding of major viral pathogens, including Newcastle Disease, Avian Influenza, Infectious Bursal Disease, Marek’s Disease, and Infectious Bronchitis. Through in-depth analysis, students will learn about disease transmission, clinical manifestations, and the latest diagnostic technologies, such as PCR and ELISA.
The course delves into economic and social impacts, highlighting how outbreaks threaten food security and disrupt trade. It introduces essential control measures, focusing on vaccination programs, farm biosecurity, and innovative approaches...