Chronic gut inflammation – a hidden cost

‘Chronic gut inflammation’ in intensive farming and its link to production losses is becoming increasingly evident. Controlling the microflora in the lumen and strengthening intestinal integrity can reduce the need for medication. Chronic ‘low-grade’ intestinal inflammation has a negative impact on the operational productivity of modern poultry producers. In layman terms, part of the bird’s feed intake and energy is taken up in a constant attempt to combat a type of chronic inflamma