Intestinal health is a key factor for productive efficiency in intensive animal production systems. In monogastric species such as pigs and poultry, the gastrointestinal tract not only participates in the digestion and absorption of nutrients but also acts as an important barrier against pathogens and as a regulator of ...
Across the poultry industry, litter management is not a single‑factor problem, but a systems challenge that intersects bird health, worker safety, environmental compliance, and economic performance.