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Genomic and Functional Characterisation of Endophytic Bacterium Bacillus Cereus Strain E1 Alleviating Salt Stress and Enhancing Tomato Physiology and Spectral Indices
- ABSTRACTMangroves in arid environments represent unique ecological niches that support a diverse range of microorganisms. Endophytic bacteria residing within host plants play a crucial role in...
Avian Influenza annual report 2024
- AbstractThis report summarises the outcomes of avian influenza (AI) surveillance activities conducted in 2024 in the context of the Avian Influenza Data Collection (AIDC), the One Health (OH)...
Training in metagenomics?integrated risk assessment for food?borne pathogens in the Slovenian and Spanish meat chain (METAMEAT)
- AbstractNext?generation sequencing (NGS) has become an essential tool for antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance, enabling comprehensive detection of AMR determinants in both bacterial isolates...
Safety and efficacy of a feed additive consisting of perlite for all terrestrial animal species (IMERYS Talc Europe)
- AbstractFollowing a request from the European Commission, the Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP) was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the safety and...
Avian influenza overview September–November 2025
- AbstractBetween 6 September and 28 November 2025, 2896 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) virus detections were reported in domestic (442) and wild (2454) birds in 29 countries in Europe....
Safety and efficacy of a feed additive consisting of an essential oil obtained from the flowering aerial parts of Thymus vulgaris L. and/or Thymus zygis L. (thyme oil) for use in all animal species (FEFANA asbl)
- AbstractFollowing a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the safety and efficacy of an essential oil from the flowering aerial parts of Thymus...
Safety of a feed additive consisting of zeolites (??50%) obtained from Neapolitan Yellow Tufa for poultry for fattening or reared for laying/reproduction (Italiana Zeoliti s.r.l.)
- AbstractFollowing a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the safety of a feed additive consisting of zeolites (??50%) as a technological feed...
Plain Language Summary of the European Union One Health 2024 Zoonoses Report
- AbstractThis report by the European Food Safety Authority and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control presents the results of zoonoses monitoring and surveillance activities carried...
Safety and efficacy of a feed additive consisting of clinoptilolite of volcanic origin for all terrestrial animal species (IMERYS Talc Europe)
- AbstractFollowing a request from the European Commission, the Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP) was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the safety and...
Safety and efficacy of the feed additive consisting of a preparation of carvacrol, cinnamaldehyde and capsicum oleoresin (XTRACT EVOLUTION?B, CODE X60?6930, 4d11) for chickens for fattening for the renewal of its authorisation (Pancosma France S.A.S)
- AbstractFollowing a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the safety and efficacy of a preparation of carvacrol, cinnamaldehyde and capsicum...
Phylogenetic Analysis and Public Health Implications of Salmonella Strains in Southwestern States of Nigeria Using InvA Gene Sequences
25/11/2025 - Salmonella is a significant public health concern in Nigeria causing foodborne illnesses. Genetic diversity and prevalence of Salmonella is poorly understood in Nigeria. This study assessed the...
Temporal Modulation of Type I Interferon and NF-κB Signaling by Baicalin Suppresses Infectious Bronchitis Virus Replication and Inflammatory Response
25/11/2025 - Background: Infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) poses a significant threat to poultry health, and exploring effective antiviral agents is of considerable importance. This study aimed to investigate the...
Intestinal Microbiota of Commercial Laying Hens in a Cage-Free System Fed with Probiotics
24/11/2025 - The cage-free rearing of laying hens combined with probiotics promotes intestinal health. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of adding probiotics on the intestinal microbiota of Isa...
Role of Dietary Saccharomyces boulardii in Innate Immune Responses of Broiler Chickens Fed Diets Containing Different Nutrient Densities
27/11/2025 - The study was conducted to evaluate the influence of Saccharomyces boulardii (SB) supplementation on growth performance, meat quality, cecal volatile fatty acid (VFA) profile, immune parameters, and...
Comparative Study of Feed Form Effects on Productive Performance, Egg Quality and Nutrient Utilization in Laying Hens
27/11/2025 - A 16-week feeding trial was conducted to evaluate the effects of different feed forms on the productivity, egg quality, nutrient digestibility, and organ development of laying hens. A total of 252...
Determinants and risk mitigation in livestock management practices among smallholder farmers in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa
- Livestock farming is essential for achieving sustainable livelihoods in Africa, especially among smallholder farmers. However, these farmers face challenges like limited resources, market access, and...
Probiotic effect of B. subtilis PS-216 in broiler chickens: modulation of weight, feed conversion, short chain fatty acids, microbiota and meat quality
19/11/2025 - Bacillus-based probiotics are recognized as safe and effective alternatives to antibiotic growth promoters in poultry production. This study evaluated the effects of Bacillus subtilis PS-216 on...
Molecular Characterization and Antibiotic Resistance of Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) Isolates from Broiler Chickens in Algeria
18/11/2025 - Avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) causes avian colibacillosis, a disease responsible for high morbidity and mortality in commercial poultry flocks, leading to devastating economic losses to...
Impact of Lighting Intensity on Welfare and Performance in Broiler Chickens
20/11/2025 - Lighting intensity (LI) affects broilers' behavior, circadian rhythms, physiology, and welfare, making it essential in commercial broiler management. This study evaluated the effects of three LIs...
Low-Protein-Fed Chickens Benefit from Probiotic L. salivarius and L. johnsonii on Performance and Microbiota
20/11/2025 - This study aimed to evaluate the combined effects of two probiotic strains, Lactobacillus salivarius TRM58163 and Lactobacillus johnsonii TRM59525—originally isolated from human infant feces (aged...