Poultry anyone?

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Permalink Reply by Mojtaba Yegani on May 22, 2009 at 4:36pm

I was wondering if you have had any problems with common poultry diseases in your farm. If so, how did you manage to control them?
Thanks.

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Permalink Reply by Brass Odim on May 23, 2009 at 7:06am

Dear Belinda
thanks for your questions.
i have hen sheep and goat in my farm .
I do vaccinate and control insect my keeping environment tidy.
Hope to hear from you.
my e mail address is
brassmaroexports@yahoo.co.uk

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Permalink Reply by Brass Odim on May 23, 2009 at 7:09am

i control the most problems in the farm through vaccination and keeping the surroundings clean

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Permalink Reply by Mesquite Creek Critter Farm on May 23, 2009 at 2:26pm

Yes, unfortunately we do have the common poultry diseases periodically. We work really hard to maintain a very clean environment for each coop/pen and also use quite a bit of diotomaceous earth. Thankfully, we've never had any serious diseases on the farm, however we do believe in protection equals prevention. Thank you for the question and I look forward to learning more about your agriculture related adventures. Have a nice weekend!
Belinda

Mojtaba Yegani said:

I was wondering if you have had any problems with common poultry diseases in your farm. If so, how did you manage to control them?
Thanks.

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Permalink Reply by Mesquite Creek Critter Farm on May 23, 2009 at 2:29pm

Thanks so much for replying to my poultry discussion. What type of sheep and goats do you have? Also, your hens.....what variety are they? Do you have good luck with the vaccinations working on the poultry? If so, can I ask what you vaccinate against? I enjoy chatting farm related stuff, anytime.....you can reach us directly via email at: mesquiteccfarm@gmail.com. Hope you have a nice weekend.
Belinda

Brass Odim said:

Dear Belinda
thanks for your questions.
i have hen sheep and goat in my farm .
I do vaccinate and control insect my keeping environment tidy.
Hope to hear from you.
my e mail address is
brassmaroexports@yahoo.co.uk

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Permalink Reply by Mesquite Creek Critter Farm on May 23, 2009 at 2:34pm

I agree that keeping surroundings clean in the BEST way to prevent diseases. :) Sure is a lot of work, huh? lol Many thanks for replying to my discussion.
Belinda

Brass Odim said:

i control the most problems in the farm through vaccination and keeping the surroundings clean

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Permalink Reply by Mojtaba Yegani on May 23, 2009 at 7:38pm

Thanks for answering my question.
I have another question for you: I think that organic poultry farmers are not supposed to use any chemical substances (e.g. antibiotics, etc) when a disease occurs in their farms. Is this correct?
Thanks.

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Permalink Reply by Mesquite Creek Critter Farm on May 25, 2009 at 9:20am

You are correct - if you are certified "organic" then no antibiotics/chemicals etc. are to be used. This is the reason cleanliness is the KEY to prevention of diseases. There are a few all natural substances that can be used if necessary - but we've learned over the years to allow all poultry to freerange at will and keep their environment clean and you won't need anything. :) Thanks for the great question.

Mojtaba Yegani said:

Thanks for answering my question.
I have another question for you: I think that organic poultry farmers are not supposed to use any chemical substances (e.g. antibiotics, etc) when a disease occurs in their farms. Is this correct?
Thanks.

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Permalink Reply by Marty on May 27, 2009 at 10:35am

Hi All,
Some interesting points. One way i have found to keep parasites away in the surrounding area is the use of simple vinegar. Vinegar diluted with water and using a sprayer can do quite abit and of course keeping grass short. Further using vinegar is cheap and does not have a heavy burden on the environment, msut just be careful not to use to much of soil tends to get a bit acidic.
Ciao

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Permalink Reply by Marty on May 27, 2009 at 10:41am

Mesquite Creek Critter Farm said:

You are correct - if you are certified "organic" then no antibiotics/chemicals etc. are to be used. This is the reason cleanliness is the KEY to prevention of diseases. There are a few all natural substances that can be used if necessary - but we've learned over the years to allow all poultry to freerange at will and keep their environment clean and you won't need anything. :) Thanks for the great question.

Mojtaba Yegani said:

Thanks for answering my question.
I have another question for you: I think that organic poultry farmers are not supposed to use any chemical substances (e.g. antibiotics, etc) when a disease occurs in their farms. Is this correct?
Thanks.

Hi there, yes i agree organic is very good all round for it lets poultry be in their natrual enviornment and they can source their own "medicines". Importantly as you say keeping the area clean is also important along with a good and balanced diet. I have also found that adding a very small quantity of red wine to there feed makes eggs taste better, keeps them in good health and keep the poultry happy!! One poultry farmer i know uses this method and had a free range champion who at the tender age of 9 years old still produces eggs!!

Ciao

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Permalink Reply by Mesquite Creek Critter Farm on May 27, 2009 at 2:06pm

Great point regarding vinegar! Isn't is amazing what it can be used for.........yet at such a minimal price! Thanks for sharing! :)
Belinda

Marty said:

Hi All,
Some interesting points. One way i have found to keep parasites away in the surrounding area is the use of simple vinegar. Vinegar diluted with water and using a sprayer can do quite abit and of course keeping grass short. Further using vinegar is cheap and does not have a heavy burden on the environment, msut just be careful not to use to much of soil tends to get a bit acidic.
Ciao

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Permalink Reply by Mesquite Creek Critter Farm on May 27, 2009 at 2:08pm

Well now - this is a first for me! :) I've never heard of using red wine - but I think I must try it! Our poultry all reap the benefits of our kitchen scraps as well - - - - they love fruit, veggies, breads, and a few choice meats. I am looking forward to trying the red wine out! I appreciate you sharing with all of us!
ttfn,
Belinda

Marty said:

Mesquite Creek Critter Farm said:

You are correct - if you are certified "organic" then no antibiotics/chemicals etc. are to be used. This is the reason cleanliness is the KEY to prevention of diseases. There are a few all natural substances that can be used if necessary - but we've learned over the years to allow all poultry to freerange at will and keep their environment clean and you won't need anything. :) Thanks for the great question.

Mojtaba Yegani said:

Thanks for answering my question.
I have another question for you: I think that organic poultry farmers are not supposed to use any chemical substances (e.g. antibiotics, etc) when a disease occurs in their farms. Is this correct?
Thanks.

Hi there, yes i agree organic is very good all round for it lets poultry be in their natrual enviornment and they can source their own "medicines". Importantly as you say keeping the area clean is also important along with a good and balanced diet. I have also found that adding a very small quantity of red wine to there feed makes eggs taste better, keeps them in good health and keep the poultry happy!! One poultry farmer i know uses this method and had a free range champion who at the tender age of 9 years old still produces eggs!!

Ciao

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