Sub-clinical coccidiosis is a recurring problem in the broiler industry, which has a big economic impact. Based on 58 Norwegian farms, it was quantified that >50.000 OPG in litter/feces resulted in a 10% lower European Production Index: EPI (Haug et al., 2008).
Phytogenics have proven their efficacy to support Olushealth and performance in combination with coccidiosis vaccines or anticoccidial programs. These plant-based products can be supplied via feed or via drinking water. In this study the effect of Olus®Cox Liquid was tested when supplied via drinking water between 19 and 23 days of age. Olus®Cox Liquid has a high content of essential oils from cinnamaldehyde, oregano oil, garlic oil, lemon oil and anethol as main ingredients. Effects were tested in the Olus research farm under practical circumstances.