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Course Gut Health in Pigs and Poultry

The gut microbiome plays a vital role in the health and welfare of pigs and poultry. Do you want to learn about the gut microbiome, factors that affect it and how to apply that knowledge in your job? This course gives you the fundamental knowledge and latest scientific insights on topics like the immune system in pigs and poultry, the effect of the diet on intestinal health and the interplay of gastro-intestinal microbiota. Join this course to explore strategies to reduce stress and the incidence and severity of diseases in animals to improve their quality of life.

Organised by Wageningen Academy, Cell Biology and Immunology

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Why follow this course?

After the course you will have up to date knowledge on a number of factors affecting intestinal health in pigs and poultry. You will start with self-paced online modules and dive deeper into this topic during an interactive day at Wageningen University. That day, you will discuss the latest insights with experts and tackle real-life cases together with your peers and WUR Master’s students. You can discuss the challenges you face in your work with leading experts and connect with colleagues in the field and with WUR Master’s students, the next generation in this field.

  • 6 Accreditation points PE-Veterinair (Netherlands)

Is this course for you?

This course is designed for professionals dedicated to the health and nutrition of pigs and poultry, including those in animal feed and feed additive companies, veterinarians, farm advisors and farmers. It also benefits policy makers, researchers and educators seeking to deepen their expertise and connect with practitioners.

Programme & topics

The full programme will be announced early 2025. The 2023 edition included these topics:

  • The immune system in pigs and poultry
  • Interplay of gastro-intestinal microbiota with its animal host
  • Lessons learned from immune modulatory interventions in poultry
  • Importance of the intestinal innate immune responses as a determinant for health and growth
  • Effect of the diet on intestinal health in pigs and poultry
  • Potential feed additives

Practical information

Price
€ 650,- per person and covers tuition, course materials, lunch and refreshments (2023 edition).

Participants
Between 15 and 35 participants.

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