The role of a hatchery, as a segment of the poultry production chain, is to produce vital chicks that are free of pathogens.
The goal of hatchery disinfection is to achieve a 99% microbial reduction. The primary focus is avoiding pathogen build-up which, at high levels, can cause serious health problems for animals and substantial economic losses to farmers.
It's important to clean and disinfect each area of the hatchery. Bacteria, viruses and fungi can find a stronghold in spaces small or large. If they do, they can transmit disease by way of people, poultry, transport, vermin or insects.
