Applicability of rapid methods for detection of Salmonella spp. in poultryfeeds: A review

The rapid detection of pathogenic microbial species in feed is of paramount importance considering its implications for animal production and food saf ety. More sensitive and rapid detection of contaminated feedstuffs may lead to more selective and therefore less expensive treatment of feeds, reduced rates of transmission to a poultry host and reduced carcass contamination. In order to interrupt the cycle of Salmonella spp. transmission from feed to poultry to the consumer, more rapid detection methods to monitor these s ources are needed that provide conclusive results within the time frame of feed mixing or broiler processing. Within the last decade, new variations o f selective media have been investigated to increase selectivity without re ducing Salmonella spp. recovery.