Simon M. Shane*(290 million hens in production less specialty and breaking flocks)From the Author - Page 20HomeAntibiotics and labelingThe criterion relates strictly to the potential to impact human health.HomePreserve us from junk scienceThe results of nutrient analyses were simply compared with tabular standard values published by the USDA to substantiate claims of inherent nutritional superiority.HomeGet ready for intensified surveillance on SEGet ready for intensified surveillance on SE Get Ready for Intensified Surveillance on SE By Dr. Simon M. Shane Although data derived from the FoodNet database indicated a relatively low incidence rate (see glossary) of 2.32 cases of Salmonella Enteritidis (SE) per 100,000 population in the United States durHomeDo we need the ‘calorie police’?Do we need the ‘calorie police’?HomeTraceability: very important, but analyze costsIt is evident that identification as a component of a trace-back program is critical to rapidly identifying the source of infection in epidemiological investigations of food borne disease outbreaks.HomeBoom continues for non-confined laying systemsBoom continues for non-confined laying systems Production of eggs from non-confined (NC) flocks has increased rapidly in the United States during the past 5 years. By Dr. Simon M. Shane It is estimated that approximately 15 million NC hens are now producing either conventional or organicHomePerformance benchmarking boosts profitabilityConsolidation within the industry has the potential to rationalize production to eliminate cyclic fluctuations and achieve prolonged stability in profitability.HomeHealth‚ marketing stimulate interest in yolk colorYolk intensity relates to the health benefits.HomeImpact of diversion of corn to ethanolConsumers have not yet experienced the pass through effect of increased corn and soybean meal prices despite indications of escalation.HomeMycotoxins revisitedSuspect Mycotoxicosis in conditions involving decreased egg production, deterioration in shell quality, the appearance of bloodspots and immunosuppression.HomeThe “ban-wagon” over AI serologyTermed the “ban-wagon,” provisions of bilateral agreements are being applied to the detriment of unaffected producers miles from the affected flocks.HomeHPAI -- complacency and concernMost countries with large populations of subsistence poultry lack the resources to diagnose and control infection.Previous PagePage 20 of 21Next Page