Managing poultry litter to improve safety and reduce environmental impact

Publication date: 09/04/2025
Extent: 36 pages

Contributions by: Hongye Wang, California State University, East Bay, USA; Xiuping Jiang, Clemson University, USA; and Jingxue Wang, Ocean University of China, China

Chapter synopsis:

Poultry litter can be both a low-cost and nutrient-rich fertilizer for farming and a possible vector for environmental or microbiological hazards, highlighting the importance of proper treatment or handling the poultry litter. This chapter explores the microbiological quality and safety aspects of poultry litter, along with various treatment methods to mitigate risks associated with its use.

DOI: 10.19103/AS.2024.0146.19