Salmonella arizonae Infection in Turkey Poults Imported from the United States

Abstract

Over a period from June 29 to July 20, 1977, Salmonella arizonae infection broke out in turkey poults imported from farms W and R in the United States. Most deaths occurred during the first 3 weeks. The total fatality was 48.5% during this period. Poults were affected with diarrhea, nervous symptoms, and blindness. S. arizonae 18: Z₄, Z₃₂ (Arizona 7: 1, 7, 8) was found in autopsy materials from 50 poults. S. arizonae strains isolated were susceptible to chloramphenicol, tetracycline, and kanamycin.