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J APPL POULT RES 2002. 11:187-190
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Research Reports

Prevalence and Level of Campylobacter in Commercial Broiler Breeders (Parents) and Broilers

N. A. Cox, N. J. Stern, M. T. Musgrove, J. S. Bailey, S. E. Craven, P. F. Cray, R. J. Buhr and K. L. Hiett

USDA, ARS, Russell Research Center, Athens, GA 30604-5677

Correspondence: N. A. Cox, E-mail:ncox{at}saa.ars.usda.gov

Campylobacter is the leading cause of bacteria-induced diarrheal disease, and the major vehicle for transmitting this microorganism to humans is poultry. Recent research has shown that Campylobacter can pass from the breeder hen to her progeny through the fertile egg, which is now considered to be a significant source of entry into the broiler flocks. Because of the importance of the organism in parent flocks, this work was carried out to determine the prevalence and level of Campylobacter in the parents (breeders) and offspring (broilers) of commercially reared birds.

Key Words: Breeder • broiler breeder • Campylobacter • feces • flock






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