Winter CRD Risk in Poultry Farms: Role of L44-P in Air Hygiene

1. Introduction

Winter months bring a sharp increase in respiratory infections in poultry, especially Chronic Respiratory Disease (CRD). Cold air, closed sheds and heavy moisture allow germs to spread quickly through the air.L44-P Poultry Protect supports better air hygiene, helping reduce the conditions that lead to CRD outbreaks.

2. Why CRD Risk Increases in Winter

During winter, poultry sheds remain closed to maintain warmth. This restricts airflow and traps moisture, ammonia and airborne microbes inside. The cold weather also weakens birds’ respiratory systems, making them less capable of fighting infections. These combined factors create a perfect environment for CRD-causing bacteria to thrive and spread.

3. Key Problems That Trigger CRD in Winter

A) Poor Air Circulation

Closed sheds trap harmful gases and airborne germs, increasing respiratory stress for birds.

B) High Moisture & Damp Litter

Fog and humidity keep litter wet, allowing CRD-related bacteria to multiply rapidly.

C) Fast Airborne Transmission

Once a bird is infected, winter air conditions help the bacteria spread instantly across the flock.

4. How L44-P Poultry Protect Helps

A) Improves Shed Air Hygiene

L44-P helps reduce airborne bacteria and odour-causing compounds, creating cleaner breathing conditions for poultry.

B) Controls Microbes on Damp Litter

Its botanical antimicrobial action helps limit microbial activity in moist litter, reducing respiratory infection sources.

C) Supports Respiratory Comfort

By improving overall air quality, L44-P lowers respiratory stress and helps birds stay healthier during cold months.

5. Benefits

• Reduces CRD-triggering germs in shed air

• Helps birds breathe easier in winter

• Controls microbial growth in damp litter

• Lowers risk of flock-wide respiratory infections

• Improves shed hygiene during cold-season humidity

• Supports better health and performance of birds

  
  

6. Conclusion

Winter creates ideal conditions for CRD to spread in poultry farms due to low airflow, high moisture and weak respiratory immunity.L44-P Poultry Protect helps maintain better air hygiene, reduces infection pressure and supports healthier, safer conditions for poultry during the winter months.