Poultry Pest Management
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- December 7, 2021
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Overview
External parasites can transmit diseases, decrease egg production, increase feed costs and reduce weight gains in poultry. This bulletin focuses on control measures, as well as the characteristics, hosts, life cycle and habits of poultry pests. (19 pages)
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