Fumigation-Based Agricultural Sanitation Technology in the Production Chain of Broiler Hatching Eggs

Astrid Anggraini D. Imbang; Evacuree S.  Tangkere; Heidy J. Manangkot; Albert J. Podung; Meity Sompie; Merri D. Rotinsulu; Agustinus Lomboan

doi:10.35791/jat.v7i2.67881

Authors

Astrid Anggraini D. Imbang Universitas Sam Ratulangi
Evacuree S. Tangkere Sam Ratulangi University. Indonesia
Heidy J. Manangkot Sam Ratulangi University. Indonesia
Albert J. Podung Sam Ratulangi University. Indonesia
Meity Sompie Sam Ratulangi University. Indonesia
Merri D. Rotinsulu Sam Ratulangi University. Indonesia
Agustinus Lomboan Sam Ratulangi University. Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35791/jat.v7i2.67881

Keywords:

biosecurity, broiler hatching eggs, fumigation, poultry farming, sanitation technology

Abstract

Broiler parent stock production units play an important role in the poultry agroindustry chain because they produce hatching eggs as the main source for day-old chick production. Hatching eggs are biological products that are highly susceptible to microbial contamination from the farm environment until they enter the hatchery. Therefore, the implementation of sanitation and fumigation is necessary to maintain hatching egg quality and strengthen the biosecurity system in poultry production. This study aimed to describe the application of fumigation as a biosecurity-based sanitation technology in a broiler parent stock production unit located in Mekarwaru Village, Gantar District, Indramayu Regency, West Java. The study was conducted from September to November 2024 using a descriptive qualitative method. Data were collected through direct observation, guided interviews, and field documentation. Observations focused on the fumigation of closed-house poultry houses, fumigation of hatching eggs in fumigation boxes, sanitation of egg transport vehicles, fumigation of hatching eggs in the egg storage room, the use of fumigant materials, and the application of personal protective equipment. The results showed that fumigation was applied in multiple layers at critical biosecurity points. Poultry house fumigation was carried out after sanitation procedures to reduce microbial contamination in the production environment and to interrupt the contamination cycle between production periods. Hatching egg fumigation was conducted in farm fumigation boxes and in the egg storage fumigation room to reduce the risk of eggshell contamination before the eggs were transported to the hatchery. Sanitation of egg transport vehicles supported the continuity of biosecurity between production units. The use of fumigants was adjusted according to room volume, fumigation duration, gas residue control, and worker safety requirements. In conclusion, fumigation applied in the broiler parent stock production unit in Mekarwaru Village functions as a biosecurity-based agricultural sanitation technology that supports hatching egg quality, microbial contamination control, and the sustainability of poultry production.

Keywords: biosecurity; broiler hatching eggs; fumigation; poultry farming; sanitation technology

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