Publications by authors named "Addisu Mohammed"
ScientificWorldJournal
August 2022
Article Synopsis
- Infectious laryngotracheitis (ILT) is a significant economic threat to poultry farming, caused by the Gallid herpesvirus 1 (GaHV-1), yet it has been largely ignored in Ethiopia.
- A study conducted in the Amhara region found a high seroprevalence of ILTV in chickens, with 59.1% of serum samples testing positive for anti-ILTV antibodies, indicating an underestimated issue.
- Risk factors contributing to higher seropositivity included the type of chicken breed, local feed usage, extensive rearing practices, mixing chicken batches, poor waste management, insufficient disinfection, and lack of protective gear; therefore, enhanced biosecurity measures are crucial for prevention.
