Abatement of Streptococcus equi in Soiled Equine Bedding and Compost

The survival of Streptococcus equi subspecies equi and zooepidemicus in soiled equine bedding (SEB) and compost was evaluated. Dacron bags containing SEB were inoculated with 1010 c.f.u. of each subspecies, and stored at 21 °C–23°C for 24 hours, then placed in compost windrows containing SEB and feed waste (Experiments 1 and 2). Streptococci were quantified immediately after inoculation in the bags, and during the 336 hours after placement in the windrow. Next, SEB, autoclaved and nonautoclaved, was inoculated wi th 1010 c.f.u.
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tags: Original Research Source Type: research