7/22/2025: 

Numbers of Salmonella Enteritidis (SE) infections in the Netherlands have increased since 2023 in both laying poultry and humans. New infections are also continuing to occur at elevated levels in 2025. The poultry industry is making various efforts to reduce the number of infections. There is continuous attention for hygiene measures and biosecurity both on and between farms. Additional genetic testing of the salmonella strains found is being conducted at Royal GD on behalf of AVINED. Comprehensive, standardised questionnaires will provide additional information in the search for common sources where flocks are infected by the same SE strain. In addition, the list can be used for discussing risk factors and preventive measures. Read the article

Other topics highlights report poultry July 2025

• Gumboro disease among layer pullets
• Update on tendon sheath inflammation caused by reovirus
• Outbreaks of fowlpox and the presence of REV
• Animal health barometer for poultry

Monitoring and surveillance