Prevalence of Escherichia Coli and Salmonella in Poultry Meat in Rabat-Morocco

Abstract

Introduction: Traditional poultry killings could be the source of a biological risk which must be taken into account in a general approach to assessing health and environmental risks.

Objectives: This study is part of the characterization of poultry meat in the Rabat region in Morocco, the objective of which is to evaluate their microbiological quality.

Methods: Microbiological analyzes carried out on 100 samples taken between December 2022 and April 2023 showed a significant bacteriological load: Total coliforms, E coli, fecal Streptococci, pathogenic germs such as: Salmonella.

Results: Of the 100 samples examined, Salmonella and E.coli were isolated in 18% and 37% of samples, respectively.

Conclusion: We therefore hope, in the light of the results provided by this study, to have raised awareness among the competent authorities on the strengthening and improvement intended for the quality control of poultry meat, given that the impact of germs detected in traditional killings and large stores on human and environmental health is harmful and can lead to the spread of emerging diseases.