IPPE: Hatchery Immunization for Broiler Health
Dr. Marco Quiroz, senior manager of Technical Field Service at Zoetis, discusses the importance of proper vaccine handling and application in the hatchery for flock performance, processing, and profitability.
Yes, I always like to talk about immunization rather than just vaccination because immunization refers to protection.
At the International Processing and Production Expo (IPPE) 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, Dr. Quiroz spoke with The Poultry Site's Sarah Mikesell about optimizing bird health with hatchery vaccination, highlighting the impact of quality vaccination protocols on chick health and productive grow out.
- Proper vaccine handling and application in the hatchery impacts flock performance
- Interventions and processing protocols at the hatchery affect chick health and processing at harvest
- Quality vaccination protocols help optimize chick health and set chicks up for productive grow out
Author's summary: Immunization is key to broiler health.