Probiotic Lactobacillus Acidophilus La-14 as feed additive substitute for antibiotic therapy in broilers

Abstract. The intake of quality nutrition is key, one of which is the consumption
of protein which is important for health. In pandemic conditions, the quality of
life determines whether people can avoid COVID-19. To meet the high demand
for broiler chickens in feed, feed additives and Growth Promoter Anti-Biotics
(AGP) in the form of antibiotics to accelerate growth and endurance. Unwise
use of antibiotics will cause antibiotic residues and resistance or Antimicrobial
Resistance (AMR), namely the ability of microorganisms to withstand antimicrobial
treatment (antibiotics). In the treatment of COVID-19, which was rampant, it
should be avoided the presence of infections due to AMR because of the difficulty
of treatment and increased mortality. Purpose: This study aimed to replace antibiotic
therapy with probiotic Lactobacillus acidophilus La-14 in broilers to avoid
the occurrence of AMR in the community. How it works: This type of study is
an experimental study using chicks aged six days treated using Lactobacillus acidophilus
La-14 bacteria, given therapy, and negative controlwithout any treatment.
Data analysis was taken qualitatively and quantifiably. Qualitative data analysis
refers to data, information, and research that has previously been carried out. In
contrast, quantitative data analysis was carried out by referring to the results of
this study, namely the research using chicks on the growth, health of chickens,
and weight gain.Weight measurement using a digital balance sheet is expected to
be read until the increase in the number 1 behind the comma.