Continuous improvement of turkey production and health: never-ending story

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On behalf of the World Poultry Science Association - Federation of European Branches, the Institute of Poultry Diseases at Free University Berlin organized the 7th “Hafez” International Symposium on Continuous Improvement of Turkey Production and Health. This event aimed to foster the exchange of information and ideas related to turkey production, addressing specific challenges and encouraging innovative solutions. The symposium was dedicated to Prof. Dr. Gerhard Monreal for his significant contributions to poultry disease management. The event featured 39 oral presentations, beginning with discussions on transparency, globalization, and animal welfare in turkey production. Subsequent sections focused on hatchery monitoring, light management, stocking density, and health monitoring to reduce issues like feather pecking and pododermatitis. Additional presentations covered cleaning, disinfection, vaccination, and antibiotic use reduction. Topics also included genetic selection, gut health, bacterial infections, food safety, toxicity, and Histomonosis. The final presentations addressed viral infections in turkeys, particularly avian influenza H9N2. A total of 137 scientists and experts from 21 countries attended, contributing to a rich exchange of knowledge. Acknowledgments were extended to speakers, sponsors, and the organizing team for their efforts. The proceedings aim to serve as a valuable reference for those involved in