Erysipelas

Erysipelas is a bacterial infection caused by Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae. The pathogen affects poultry, including laying hens, turkeys, and broilers, and can infect mammals, including humans, and is seen extensively in pig production.

Symptoms of Erysipelas in poultry is sudden death in the flock, lameness, darkening of skin due to cyanosis, and listlessness. The disease spreads rapidly, and early detection is crucial.

AeroCollect® is highly effective for monitoring for Erysipelas in the flock. This enables swift and early detection of the pathogen in the flock.