Parasitology Training
Scope of the seminar: This Training on Parasitology provides an in-depth exploration of the latest trends and challenges in managing parasitic diseases in poultry production. The training is designed to equip participants with advanced knowledge and practical strategies for controlling and preventing a wide range of parasitic infections that impact poultry health and productivity.
By the end of the seminar, participants will have a thorough understanding of the current trends and strategies in parasitology, equipping them with the tools to effectively manage and prevent parasitic diseases in their poultry operations.
This Training will be available in Europe and Latin-America.
Register for our live training in Bruges – Poeke (Belgium) or Sao Paulo (Brasil) or our online streaming training (worldwide):
Key Areas of Focus:
– Helminths in poultry
– Histomonas meleagridis and Heterakis gallinarum
– Coccidiosis Control Trends
– Bacterial Enteritis Management
– Ectoparasites: Focus on Dermanyssus gallinae
Training Methodology:
Interactive Seminars: Engaging sessions led by experts, featuring the latest research and practical insights into parasitology.
Case Studies and Discussions: Real-world examples and collaborative discussions to deepen understanding of parasitic disease management.
Field Applications: Practical advice and strategies for implementing effective parasitology control measures in poultry production systems.
Who is it for: poultry professionals, veterinarians, growers, farmers, nutritionists, technical advisors.
Language: English
Accreditation: This training will be accredited by NGROD and WVEPAH.
Pricing
Workshop Only (3 days): € 1.500 (excl. VAT).
We provide a fully adapted streaming service for this training. Follow our training online from your (home) office.
Online Training (3 days): € 975 (excl. VAT)
Hotel, per night: € 110 * in Bruges, Belgium.
Dinner, per night: € 60.
Attendees are welcome to book their accommodation through us with our group-rate up to 2 weeks before the event.
* Hotel rates are subject to change due to the high demand during high season.
3-day Program: Parasitology
Day 1: Morning session
- Welcome & introduction on poultry parasitology (Helminths, Histomonas, Coccidiosis, Dermanyssus)
- Overview of helminths important in poultry + life cycle
- Histomonas and heterakis
- Diagnosis and monitoring of helminths in poultry
- Serologic test for worm infections
- Anthelmintics: overview of molecules used in poultry
- How to design deworming programs in practice
Day 1: Afternoon session
- Workshop: focus on long living birds
- Video: Necropsy and worm count
Day 2: Morning session
- Importance of coccidiosis in poultry
- Bacterial enteritis and link with coccidiosis, alternative approaches to gut health
- Therapy for coccidiosis
- Prevention of coccidiosis, rotation programs and clean up programs
- How to evaluate drug efficacy (AST)
Day 2: Afternoon session
- Introduction to practical session: OPG/ EPG Worms, coccidiosis, Histomonas
- Visit Poulpharm lab & practical session: coccidiosis scoring, microscopy, worm count
Day 3: Morning session
- Dermanyssus: life cycle, monitoring, treatment, resistance
- Control of vectors and pests
- Case reports: focus on control of parasites in breeders (histomonas)
- Workshop: safe use of anticoccidials: incompatibilities, carry over, risk of generics
Day 3: Afternoon session
- Workshop: Anticoccidial programs
- Evaluation test for certification
Speakers
Hilde Van Meirhaeghe
DVM & Global poultry consultant
Hilde is a global Poultry Consultant at Vetworks since 2010. She’s previously worked with DGZ and currently working with several partners and projects.
Maarten De Gussem
DVM & Global poultry consultant
Maarten is founder & global poultry consultant at Vetworks since 2009 providing support on poultry health topics with focus on mycoplasmosis, general gut health and coccidiosis.
Tiago Prucha
DVM & Global poultry consultant
Since 2018, Tiago works as a Poultry Consultant at Vetworks. Tiago is working on several projects: EU-H2020 Phagovet and the E-learning modules to the Broiler Signals manual.
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Accreditation
Accreditation from the Flemish Veterinary Board (NGROD)
