Alternatives to the Use of Antibiotics in Egg Production

Abstract

The use of antibiotics to regulate the intestinal health of laying hens is widely used. However, there is a need to replace them. The research based on the direct and indirect effects of the prophylactic use of antibiotics on egg production. The search for alternatives such as essential oils, probiotics, prebiotics, organic acids, enzymes, among others been made. In this paper, the possibilities of non-use of antibiotics in laying hens will indicated in order to produce eggs without antibiotics.