Genomic technology sheds light on Salmonella serotypes in breeder flocks

<p>A technology called CRISPR-SeroSeq, which amplifies a section of the Salmonella genome, is helping paint a clearer picture of the serotypes circulating in breeder flocks. The knowledge gained may help poultry producers design more targeted control measures.<br/><br/>Chapters:<br/>0:00 Intro<br/>0:11 Nikki Shariat, PhD, University of Georgia<br/>0:22 Salmonella isolation techniques in poultry<br/>1:59 Salmonella Kentucky prevalence<br/>3:19 CRISPR-SeroSeq: Whole genome sequencing<br/>4:56  S. Kentucky prevalence: Growout vs processing<br/>7:49 Salmonella Kentucky and foodborne illness<br/><br/><br/>________________________________________________<br/>Poultry Health Today is a news publication sponsored by Zoetis designed to bring broiler, layer and turkey producers the latest news and insights on poultry health, welfare, performance and sustainability. <br/><br/>Visit us at PoultryHealthToday.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. <br/><br/>For more on our sponsor, visi...