The Poultry Podcast Show - Michael Brooks: New Zealand’s Biosecurity Strategy | Ep. 151

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Michael Brooks, Executive Director of the Poultry Industry Association of New Zealand, shares his perspective on the unique challenges and opportunities facing New Zealand's poultry industry. He covers key topics like biosecurity efforts to combat avian influenza, progress in animal welfare, and the push to reduce antibiotic use, highlighting the strategies that have shaped the sector's success. Tune in for practical takeaways and inspiration for poultry professionals around the world. Available now on all major podcast platforms!

What will you learn: 

• Managing avian influenza risks
• Advancements in animal welfare
• Antibiotic-free poultry practices
• Industry collaboration strategies
• Global poultry industry trends

Meet the guest:

Michael Brooks holds a degree from the University of Otago and has been Executive Director of the Poultry Industry Association of New Zealand for over 22 years. With extensive experience across New Zealand’s poultry and animal feed industries, he has driven impactful initiatives in biosecurity, animal welfare, and industry regulation. Michael’s forward-thinking approach has helped shape the nation’s poultry sector.
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