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3.2 Chicks Management / DOC / DOD (Where and Where applicable)
Upon arrival, chick box liners, pooled organs, feed and water samples are
collected for Salmonella detection. The chicks are then treated with prescribed
approved antibiotic for 3 to 4 days to control bacterial infections and reduce early
chick mortality. Vitamins and electrolytes are given as and when necessary to
reduce stress. After the 21st day, no antibiotics are given to prevent drug residue
in meat. Acidifiers are instead administered in drinking water to improve gut
health.
Cloacal swabs are taken at day 21 to check for Salmonella. Flocks which are
positive for Salmonella will not be designated for export. The farm management
and health programme will hence be scrutinized and drastic control measures will
be introduced in the farm to attain Salmonella free status.
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