{"id":18641,"date":"2026-06-19T15:12:12","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T08:12:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/?p=18641"},"modified":"2026-06-19T11:10:33","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T04:10:33","slug":"chicken-vaccination-schedule-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/en\/industry-news\/chicken-vaccination-schedule-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Vaccination Schedule 2026: Reference Vaccination Milestones From Chicks to Market Age and Pre-Lay"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_18619\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18619\" style=\"width: 940px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18619\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-2234639423-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"A farmer administering a vaccine to a chicken in a poultry farm\" width=\"950\" height=\"632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-2234639423-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-2234639423-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18619\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vaccinating chickens at the right time and using the correct technique helps protect the flock against major infectious diseases.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A chicken vaccination schedule is an important part of flock health management, especially for diseases that may cause major losses such as Newcastle disease, Gumboro disease, infectious bronchitis, and avian influenza.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there is no single vaccination schedule that fits every flock. Vaccination effectiveness depends on chick source, maternal antibodies, local epidemiological conditions, vaccine type, storage conditions, route of administration, and flock health at the time of vaccination.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As poultry diseases such as Newcastle disease, Gumboro disease, avian influenza, and infectious bronchitis remain important risks in many poultry production areas, building an appropriate vaccination schedule for each stage of flock development is an important management step. It helps reduce disease risks and maintain farm stability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article provides a reference vaccination schedule for different chicken groups, key principles to consider before vaccination, and safety points that farmers should discuss further with a veterinarian or technical specialist before applying them on the farm.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Quick Summary<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken vaccination schedules should be clearly differentiated by production purpose: broilers, layers, and pullets. Each group has different disease prevention priorities and vaccination timing. The schedules in this article are commonly used examples, not a national standard vaccination program. Specific timing should be adjusted according to veterinary advice and local vaccination regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 0\u20134 week chick stage is the most important period, requiring early prevention against Newcastle disease, Gumboro disease, and infectious bronchitis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccine administration routes such as drinking water, eye\/nose drops, spray, and injection directly affect immune effectiveness and must be selected correctly according to vaccine type and age stage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common vaccination mistakes include using unsuitable water, failing to control water intake when administering vaccines through drinking water, and skipping booster doses when the vaccination program requires them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vaccination schedules in this article are for reference only. Farmers should adjust them based on veterinary advice and epidemiological alerts from local animal health authorities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Why Should Chicken Vaccination Schedules Be Adapted to Vietnam\u2019s Epidemiological Context in 2026?<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Poultry Disease Situation in Vietnam in Recent Years and Trends for 2026<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In recent years, poultry diseases in Vietnam have continued to occur in many localities, with uneven levels of risk by region and season. Diseases such as Newcastle disease, avian influenza, Gumboro disease, and infectious bronchitis remain important disease groups to monitor in poultry farming, depending on the epidemiological area and farm conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some global reports and studies show that Newcastle disease virus, infectious bronchitis virus, and avian influenza virus may undergo antigenic changes over time. Therefore, farmers should regularly review the latest recommendations on vaccine selection from animal health authorities and manufacturers, instead of simply copying the schedule from the previous year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provincial animal health authorities, such as the provincial Sub-Department of Animal Health and Production or the unit assigned by the provincial People\u2019s Committee to oversee veterinary work, also regularly update recommendations on priority diseases for prevention based on specific local epidemiological conditions. Consulting these authorities before building a vaccination schedule for each production cycle is a good practice that should be maintained regularly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Consequences of Not Having a Vaccination Schedule or Vaccinating Randomly Without a System<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccinating based on guesswork or thinking \u201cthe flock looks fine, so vaccination is not needed yet\u201d is a habit that can cause serious losses when an outbreak occurs. Once disease has already occurred, vaccination no longer provides preventive protection for a flock that is already incubating disease, because active immunity needs time to develop. This is a point that many small-scale farmers often misunderstand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common consequences of not having a structured vaccination schedule include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicks may face high mortality in the first weeks if they are not managed well and are not protected in time against diseases such as Newcastle disease and Marek\u2019s disease, along with other factors such as brooding conditions and early bacterial infections.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stunting and slow growth rates may increase when Gumboro disease is not controlled, as it damages the immune system.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When disease enters the farm, response and restocking costs are often much higher than the total vaccination cost for the whole production cycle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Farm reputation may be affected if marketed chickens do not meet food safety standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Economic Benefits of a Structured Vaccination Schedule for Each Production Model<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In many farming models, vaccine costs account for only a small part of total production costs, while disease-related losses may far exceed prevention costs. The specific level depends on each farm\u2019s scale and conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A structured vaccination schedule may help:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce flock losses throughout the production cycle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce the need for antibiotic treatment, thereby lowering medicine costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve stability in the marketing or slaughter schedule, especially when farms have contracts with buyers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet traceability and biosecurity requirements from buyers and quarantine authorities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Principles for Building a Chicken Vaccination Schedule<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18621\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18621\" style=\"width: 906px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18621\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-525223817-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"A syringe and vaccine vial placed in front of a chick enclosure\" width=\"916\" height=\"786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-525223817-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-525223817-612x612-1-300x257.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 916px) 100vw, 916px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18621\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A chicken vaccination schedule should be based on bird age, production purpose, local disease risks, and actual farm conditions.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>Disease Groups Commonly Recommended for Broad Prevention and Disease Groups Based on Local Epidemiology<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Vietnam, some vaccination programs, especially H5 avian influenza vaccination in risk areas, may be required or strongly recommended by local animal health authorities. Farmers should check the specific disease prevention vaccination plan of their province or city. Other vaccines may be applied flexibly depending on the region and epidemiological risk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disease groups commonly considered in many prevention programs, depending on the production model and local veterinary plan, include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">H5N1 and H5N6 avian influenza \u2014 required or recommended in many high-risk areas according to provincial\/city vaccination plans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gumboro disease, or Infectious Bursal Disease (IBD)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infectious Bronchitis (IB)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marek\u2019s disease, mainly in layers and pullets<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disease groups to vaccinate against based on local epidemiological risk and production model include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fowl cholera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fowl pox<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infectious Laryngotracheitis (ILT)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mycoplasma, including MG\/MS<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salmonella, especially in table egg supply chains<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Farmers need to clearly identify whether their production area has a history of any specific disease risks so that the schedule can be adjusted appropriately.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Classifying Schedules by Production Purpose: Broilers, Layers, and Pullets<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no single vaccination schedule for all chickens. The main differences are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Broilers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The production cycle is usually 35\u201349 days depending on the target market weight. Disease prevention priorities focus on respiratory and digestive diseases in the early stage. Multiple booster doses are usually not required.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pullets:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These often require more booster vaccinations to prepare immunity before the laying stage, depending on production purpose, epidemiological risk, and veterinary advice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Layers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Immunity needs to remain stable throughout the laying cycle, which often lasts 12\u201318 months depending on the model. Periodic booster vaccinations are usually needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>How Production System Affects Vaccine Choice and Administration Route<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Industrial closed-house production:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> High stocking density and close contact increase the risk of rapid spread. Live vaccines through drinking water or spray are often prioritized to cover the whole flock evenly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Semi-free-range systems:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Birds have more contact with the external environment, so fowl pox and fowl cholera vaccines may need to be added depending on the region.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Free-range production:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Risk of exposure to wild birds and natural water sources is higher. More frequent antibody monitoring and schedule adjustment based on the actual flock may be needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccine administration route also varies by production system. Automatic drinker systems make drinking-water vaccination easier, while free-range farms often use eye drops or injection to control dosage more accurately.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Safety Principles and Limits of Applying a Vaccination Schedule Without Veterinary Advice<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Farmers can carry out many steps in the vaccination process on the farm, but several limits should be clearly understood:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vaccination schedule in this article is for reference only. The actual flock condition, housing environment, and local epidemiological situation may require significant adjustment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some special vaccines, such as ILT vaccines, may require ocular administration or eye-drop application according to manufacturer instructions. This technique requires direct guidance from a veterinarian. Subcutaneous injection techniques also need to be practiced properly before being applied to an entire flock.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the flock shows disease signs or abnormal losses, a veterinarian should be contacted before any change is made to the vaccination schedule.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Vaccination Schedule Table for Chicks Aged 0\u20134 Weeks<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18623\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18623\" style=\"width: 885px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18623\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-949660378-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"A veterinary worker administering an oral vaccine to a young chick\" width=\"895\" height=\"596\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-949660378-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-949660378-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 895px) 100vw, 895px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18623\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The first four weeks are a critical period for developing early immunity against common poultry diseases.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>The Most Dangerous Diseases in Chicks That Should Be Prioritized From Day One<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The period from 0 to 28 days of age is when the chick\u2019s immune system is not yet fully developed. Maternal antibodies gradually decline during the first 2\u20133 weeks, and chicks begin to depend on active immunity from vaccines. This is the most vulnerable period for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Newcastle disease (ND):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> May cause mass mortality regardless of age.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gumboro disease (IBD):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Attacks the bursa of Fabricius, the central immune organ in chicks, reducing their ability to respond to other vaccines if not controlled in time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Infectious Bronchitis (IB):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Causes respiratory and kidney damage and may affect long-term flock health.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Marek\u2019s disease:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Especially important in layers and pullets. Marek\u2019s vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine, commonly using HVT or bivalent combinations, and is usually administered at the hatchery before chicks are delivered.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Reference Chick Vaccination Schedule by Age<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Age<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Disease to Prevent<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Vaccine Type \/ Name<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Administration Route<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Notes<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 day<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marek\u2019s disease<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live attenuated Marek\u2019s vaccine, HVT or bivalent<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subcutaneous injection in the neck<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually administered at the hatchery before chick delivery; not classified as an inactivated vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 1\u20133<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle disease (ND)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live Newcastle vaccine suitable according to product label and veterinary advice<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye\/nose drops<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid using strong strains in newly hatched chicks<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 3\u20135<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infectious Bronchitis (IB)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live IB vaccine suitable for circulating strains and manufacturer\/veterinary guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye drops or spray<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May be combined with ND if using a combined vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 7\u201310<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gumboro disease (IBD)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermediate live IBD vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water intake may need to be controlled before drinking-water vaccination according to manufacturer or veterinary guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 14\u201318<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gumboro booster<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermediate live IBD vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selection of intermediate or intermediate-plus IBD vaccine should be based on maternal antibody testing and veterinary\/manufacturer recommendations, especially in areas with high disease pressure<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 18\u201321<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle booster<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live ND LaSota vaccine or combined ND+IB vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water or eye drops<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booster to strengthen immunity<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 21\u201328<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fowl pox, depending on area<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live fowl pox vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wing web<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applied only if the area is at risk or birds are raised free-range<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is an example schedule commonly used in practice. The order and timing may vary depending on the vaccine strain, manufacturer instructions, and maternal antibody status of the flock. Consult the farm veterinarian before applying.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Practical Notes for Chicks<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Transport stress:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Newly arrived chicks often need 24\u201348 hours to stabilize temperature, water intake, and feeding before the first vaccination. Vaccinating too early when chicks are dehydrated or chilled may reduce immune response.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Beak trimming:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Do not vaccinate within 3\u20135 days before or after beak trimming because the birds are under stress.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Feed change:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Avoid changing feed and vaccinating at the same time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>House temperature:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Chicks need a stable house temperature, around 28\u201332\u00b0C depending on age and house design. Vaccinating when chicks are too cold or too hot may affect immune effectiveness.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Vaccination Schedule for Broilers From Chicks to Market Age<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18625\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18625\" style=\"width: 881px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18625\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1173743115-612x612-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Industrial broiler chickens in a poultry house with a veterinary worker holding a vaccine syringe\" width=\"891\" height=\"635\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1173743115-612x612-1-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1173743115-612x612-1-1-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 891px) 100vw, 891px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18625\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Broiler vaccination schedules are usually designed around a short production cycle and the expected market age.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>Characteristics of the Broiler Production Cycle and Disease Prevention Priorities by Week<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial broilers have a short production cycle, usually 35\u201349 days depending on the target market weight. Therefore, the vaccination schedule should focus on respiratory and digestive diseases that cause the greatest economic losses during this period, especially in the first three weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disease prevention priorities by week:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Week 1\u20132:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Newcastle disease, IB, and Gumboro disease have the greatest impact during this stage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Week 3\u20134:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gumboro booster and Newcastle booster.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Before market age:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> New vaccines are generally not introduced close to market age unless specifically required by a veterinarian or competent authority. If any veterinary medicine is used at this stage, the withdrawal period on the product label must be observed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Reference Broiler Vaccination Schedule From Day 1 to Market Age<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Age \/ Week<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Disease to Prevent<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Vaccine Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Administration Route<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Notes<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marek\u2019s disease<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live Marek\u2019s vaccine according to hatchery or breeder farm program<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subcutaneous injection<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually performed at the hatchery or on day one; vaccine type should match the breeder farm program and veterinary advice<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 1\u20133<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle + IB<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined live ND+IB vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye drops<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccine selection should match circulating strains, product label, and veterinary advice<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gumboro disease<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live IBD vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Timing should match the farm vaccination program and maternal antibody status<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 2\u20133<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gumboro booster<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live IBD vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booster timing should depend on maternal antibody status, epidemiological risk, and veterinary advice<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 3\u20134<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle booster + IB<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ND or ND+IB vaccine suitable according to product label and the farm vaccination program<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water or eye drops<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccine type and administration route should follow manufacturer or veterinary guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 4\u20136<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fowl pox<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fowl pox vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wing web<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually considered depending on production model, epidemiological risk, and veterinary guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to local veterinary plan, if applicable<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">H5 avian influenza<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">H5 vaccine according to the official local vaccination program or competent authority guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to product label and professional guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only implemented when included in the vaccination plan or instructed by competent local animal health authorities<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Important note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For short-cycle industrial broilers marketed at around 35\u201349 days, later pre-lay vaccinations such as ND+IB inactivated boosters, ILT, H5 boosters, or ND+IB+EDS before laying should not be included in the broiler schedule unless the flock is actually raised as longer-cycle birds, pullets, or layers under veterinary guidance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Adjusting the Broiler Vaccination Schedule When Market Age Is Shorter or Longer Than Usual<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If birds are marketed before 35 days:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Focus on Newcastle and Gumboro vaccinations during the first three weeks. Late boosters may be omitted if stable immunity has already been achieved.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If the cycle lasts longer than 49 days:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For example, in crossbred or slow-growing free-range chickens, consider adding an ND booster at week 5\u20136 and possibly fowl cholera vaccination depending on the region. Consult a veterinarian to adjust the schedule appropriately.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Comparison of Vaccination Schedules for Industrial Broilers and Free-Range\/Semi-Free-Range Broilers<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Criteria<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Industrial Broilers, Closed Housing<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Free-Range \/ Semi-Free-Range Broilers<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common production cycle<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35\u201342 days<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">60\u201390 days<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diseases commonly prioritized<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle, IB, Gumboro<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle, IB, Gumboro; fowl pox, fowl cholera, and other diseases may also be considered depending on local epidemiological risk<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical vaccination intensity<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually focuses on core vaccinations within a short production cycle<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually requires more doses due to longer production time and higher environmental exposure<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common administration routes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water, eye drops<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye drops, drinking water, injection, or wing web depending on vaccine type<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risk exposure level<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually easier to control in closed-house conditions<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually higher due to greater exposure to the natural environment<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notes when building a schedule<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prioritize a concise program suitable for a short cycle and main disease risks<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adjust the schedule according to longer production time, production system, and local epidemiological risk<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Vaccination Schedule for Layers and Pullets<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18627\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18627\" style=\"width: 1020px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18627\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1172707818-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"Layer chickens in an industrial poultry house with a vaccine syringe in the foreground\" width=\"1030\" height=\"737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1172707818-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1172707818-612x612-1-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18627\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Layers and pullets require a longer vaccination program to maintain immunity before and throughout the laying period.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>Differences in Disease Prevention Goals Between Broilers and Layers\/Pullets<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Layers and pullets have much longer production cycles than broilers, so they require more stable and long-lasting immunity. Diseases to prevent also include those that directly affect egg production, such as infectious bronchitis-related ovarian damage, mild Newcastle disease, and Egg Drop Syndrome (EDS).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, pullets need vaccination during the development stage to ensure sufficiently high antibody levels before laying. This protects the birds themselves and, in breeder flocks, helps transfer maternal antibodies to chicks later.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Reference Vaccination Schedule for Pullets From Chicks to Pre-Lay, 0\u201318 Weeks<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Age \/ Week<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Disease to Prevent<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Vaccine Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Administration Route<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Notes<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marek\u2019s disease<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live attenuated Marek\u2019s vaccine, HVT or bivalent<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subcutaneous injection<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bivalent Marek\u2019s vaccine is often prioritized for layers; administered at the hatchery<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 1\u20133<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle + IB<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined live ND+IB vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye drops<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a mild vaccine strain according to product label and veterinary advice<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gumboro disease<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermediate IBD vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccine selection should match circulating strains, product label, and veterinary advice<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 2\u20133<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gumboro booster<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IBD vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on maternal antibody status; consult test results and a veterinarian<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 3\u20134<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle booster + IB<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ND or ND+IB vaccine suitable according to product label and the farm vaccination program<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking water or eye drops<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccine type and route should follow manufacturer or veterinary guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 4\u20136<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fowl pox<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fowl pox vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wing web<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually considered depending on production model, epidemiological risk, and veterinary guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 6\u20138<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">H5 avian influenza<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inactivated H5 vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subcutaneous injection<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refer to the provincial\/city official vaccination plan<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 8\u201310<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle + IB booster<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined inactivated ND+IB vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intramuscular or subcutaneous injection<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strengthens humoral immunity before laying<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 10\u201312<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infectious Laryngotracheitis (ILT)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live ILT vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye drops<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider only in high-risk areas or under veterinary guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 14\u201316<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">H5 avian influenza booster<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inactivated H5 vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Timing and booster frequency for H5 vaccine must follow the official local avian influenza vaccination plan<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 16\u201318<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newcastle + IB + EDS<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined inactivated ND+IB+EDS vaccine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intramuscular injection<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important pre-lay dose; should be given at least 4 weeks before laying<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Booster Vaccinations During the Laying Period According to Veterinary Recommendations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After birds enter lay, immunity should be maintained through periodic boosters:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Newcastle disease:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many vaccination programs suggest boosting with live vaccine through drinking water every 8\u201312 weeks. However, the exact interval should be adjusted according to epidemiological conditions and veterinary advice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>H5 avian influenza:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Booster intervals must follow the official local vaccination plan or guidance from competent animal health authorities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>IB, infectious bronchitis:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Boost when necessary, especially if the flock shows unexplained drops in egg production.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the laying period, mild live vaccines or inactivated vaccines should be prioritized to avoid strong reactions that may suddenly reduce laying performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Vaccinate Chickens: Step-by-Step Procedure<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18629\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18629\" style=\"width: 891px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18629\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1294480852-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"A veterinarian holding a chicken and preparing to administer a vaccine injection\" width=\"901\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1294480852-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1294480852-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 901px) 100vw, 901px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18629\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The flock\u2019s health, vaccine condition, and vaccination equipment should be checked before injection or drinking-water vaccination.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>Preparation Checklist Before Injection or Drinking-Water Vaccination<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before starting any vaccination session, check the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The flock is healthy, with no birds showing fever, depression, or diarrhea.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vaccine has not expired and has been stored under the conditions stated on the product label or manufacturer instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The correct diluent is available in sufficient quantity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mixing and injection tools are clean and free from disinfectant residues.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weather is cool; vaccination is preferably done early in the morning or late in the afternoon.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If using vaccines through drinking water, flock water intake should be controlled according to manufacturer or veterinary guidance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mixing containers, sprayers, syringes, and needles are prepared in sufficient quantity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Common Vaccine Administration Routes in Chickens and When to Use Each Route<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Drinking water through drinkers or water lines<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable for live vaccines such as ND, IBD, and IB in large industrial flocks. The advantage is speed and no need to catch each bird. The disadvantage is that uniform dosage is difficult to control if the drinking system is not balanced.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Eye drops and nose drops<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This route is effective for Newcastle and IB vaccines because it stimulates local immunity in the respiratory mucosa. Each bird receives one drop into the eye or nostril, ensuring a more uniform dose. It is suitable for small flocks or the chick stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Spray or mist vaccination<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Used for respiratory vaccines such as ND and IB in large closed-house flocks. This method stimulates mucosal immunity across the flock at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appropriate spraying equipment and droplet size should be controlled according to vaccine manufacturer or technical unit guidance to ensure even vaccine distribution and reduce respiratory stress in the flock.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subcutaneous and intramuscular injection<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Used for inactivated vaccines such as ND, H5, EDS, and live attenuated Marek\u2019s vaccine. Subcutaneous or intramuscular routes are commonly used for some inactivated vaccines or vaccines that require injection, depending on manufacturer instructions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The person performing the vaccination should be trained in proper technique to inject at the correct site, correct dose, and reduce injury to birds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Specific Steps for Each Vaccine Administration Route<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Drinking-water route<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop water access for 1\u20132 hours before mixing the vaccine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix the vaccine with clean, chlorine-free water, such as well water or tap water that has been left overnight in an open container. Vaccine water stabilizers such as skim milk or specialized products may be used if recommended by the manufacturer or veterinarian.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distribute evenly across all drinkers and monitor the flock to ensure they consume it within 1\u20132 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check that all birds can access the drinkers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Water intake may need to be controlled before drinking-water vaccination according to manufacturer or veterinary guidance. After mixing, the vaccine should be distributed evenly through the drinking system and the flock should be monitored to ensure uniform access within the time recommended on the product label or by professional guidance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Eye\/nose drop route<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix the vaccine according to manufacturer instructions and use a dedicated dropper.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the bird gently and place one drop into the corner of the eye or nostril.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wait for the bird to blink or inhale before releasing it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the vaccine within the time recommended on the product label after mixing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Injection route<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use sterile needles and syringes. Replace needles periodically according to veterinary protocol, needle condition, and flock size to reduce injury and cross-contamination.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For subcutaneous injection, the person performing the procedure should follow the manufacturer\u2019s or veterinarian\u2019s technical guidance to avoid incorrect injection sites.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check that no liquid flows back out.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Record the number of birds vaccinated during the day.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>How to Mix, Store, and Use Chicken Vaccines<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18631\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18631\" style=\"width: 885px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18631\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1280443320-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"A laboratory technician preparing poultry vaccine vials\" width=\"895\" height=\"595\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1280443320-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1280443320-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 895px) 100vw, 895px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18631\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Poultry vaccines should be mixed, stored, transported, and used according to the manufacturer\u2019s instructions.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>Vaccine Storage Principles: Temperature, Light Protection, Transport, and Use Time After Opening\/Mixing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccines should be stored and transported under the conditions stated on the product label or manufacturer instructions. Many live vaccines require a 2\u20138\u00b0C cold chain and protection from direct sunlight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For freeze-dried vaccines, transport conditions must be carefully controlled. Do not use dry ice or allow the vaccine to come into direct contact with extremely cold sources unless the manufacturer clearly instructs it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important principles include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not allow vaccines to freeze or come into direct contact with extremely cold sources unless the manufacturer clearly indicates this on the label or instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not leave vaccines outside recommended storage conditions for too long. Remove vaccines from the cold chain only immediately before use according to manufacturer instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After opening or mixing, vaccines must be used within the time recommended on the product label.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inactivated liquid vaccines should be shaken well before injection and used within the same day.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>How to Mix Drinking-Water Vaccines: Suitable Water, Mixing Ratio, and Use Time After Mixing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use clean water without chlorine and without heavy metal ions. Tap water should be left overnight in an open container to allow chlorine to dissipate, or clean well\/filtered water may be used. Chlorine in tap water can reduce the activity of live vaccines, so water preparation before mixing is very important.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, vaccine water stabilizers such as skim milk or specialized products may be used if recommended to help maintain vaccine activity in water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The water volume should be calculated according to manufacturer instructions, usually based on the number of birds and expected water consumption within 1\u20132 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After mixing, the vaccine should be used within the time recommended on the product label. If kept longer than instructed, vaccine potency may decline.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Mixing and Handling Eye\/Nose Drop and Spray Vaccines<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eye\/nose drop vaccines:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Mix with the special diluent supplied, often sterile saline or manufacturer-provided diluent. Do not replace it with ordinary water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spray vaccines:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These are diluted in a larger water volume, depending on the number of birds and house area. Droplet size is often recommended to be larger for older birds and smaller for chicks according to sprayer and vaccine manufacturer instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All mixing equipment must be free from soap, alcohol, or disinfectant residues, as these substances can immediately reduce vaccine activity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Handling Leftover Vaccines and Disposing of Used Equipment Properly<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leftover vaccines should not be poured directly into drains, ponds, lakes, or open soil.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leftover live vaccines should be treated with a suitable disinfectant before disposal, according to biosecurity guidance and local veterinary\/environmental hazardous waste regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Used vaccine vials, needles, and tools that have come into contact with vaccines should be collected and disposed of according to local veterinary\/medical waste regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Important Notes When Applying a 2026 Vaccination Schedule<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18633\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18633\" style=\"width: 1087px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1217663661-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"A vaccination plan notebook, thermometer, and pen on a blue background\" width=\"1097\" height=\"699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1217663661-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1217663661-612x612-1-300x191.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1097px) 100vw, 1097px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18633\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vaccination planning should consider temperature, weather conditions, flock health, and the appropriate time of day.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>Time of Day, Weather Conditions, and Flock Health Status<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccinate early in the morning or late in the afternoon when temperatures are cooler. Avoid vaccination during intense heat. High temperatures can reduce vaccine activity and increase flock stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before vaccination, observe the whole flock:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the flock appears unstable, for example a significant proportion of birds are depressed, off feed, breathing with difficulty, or showing diarrhea, vaccination should be postponed and the cause should be checked first. The specific threshold for postponing vaccination should be discussed with a veterinarian based on the real situation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the flock is under treatment, wait until it has fully recovered before vaccination. The specific waiting period depends on the disease and veterinary recommendation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Minimum Interval Between Vaccine Doses and Combining Multiple Vaccines<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The interval between two doses of the same vaccine for the same disease is usually 2\u20134 weeks so that the immune system has time to develop antibodies. The specific interval depends on each vaccine and manufacturer recommendation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined vaccines such as ND+IB or ND+IB+IBD may be used if they are already combined by the manufacturer in one product.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not mix two different vaccines into one preparation unless there is clear guidance from the manufacturer or veterinarian.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cases Where Vaccination Should Be Avoided: Sick Birds, Severe Stress, and After Beak Trimming<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not vaccinate when:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Birds are incubating disease or have an acute illness.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Birds are within 3\u20135 days after beak trimming, flock mixing, or long-distance transport.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weather changes suddenly, such as abrupt cold spells or abnormal heat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The flock is being treated with medicines that may affect the immune system, including some antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medicines, and other products. Consult a veterinarian before vaccination in these cases.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Combining or Avoiding Vaccines With Antibiotics, Electrolytes, and Probiotics<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antibiotics:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Using broad-spectrum antibiotics around the time of live vaccination, especially when mixed in drinking water, may reduce vaccine effectiveness due to interactions with the microbiota and vaccine components. A general recommendation is to avoid antibiotics for about 48\u201372 hours before and after live vaccination, while following the specific guidance of the vaccine manufacturer and veterinarian.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Electrolytes and vitamins:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These may be used 1\u20132 days before and after vaccination to reduce stress and support immune response. Do not mix them into vaccine water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Probiotics:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These are relatively safe to use near vaccination, but should be separated by at least 12\u201324 hours from drinking-water vaccines to avoid unwanted interactions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Nutrition and Housing Management to Support Immune Response After Vaccination<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccines are most effective when the chicken\u2019s immune system is functioning well and supported by appropriate management conditions. This depends on:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A diet with adequate protein, vitamin E, vitamin C, selenium, and zinc during the post-vaccination period.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stocking density that is not too high, and well-ventilated housing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental pathogen control: housing hygiene, dry litter, and control of insects and rodents.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Common Mistakes When Vaccinating Chickens and How to Fix Them<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Mixing Vaccines With Chlorinated Water or Leaving Them Too Long After Mixing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a common reason vaccines lose effectiveness without farmers realizing it. Chlorine in tap water can reduce the activity of live vaccines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to fix it:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Always use chlorine-free water, add skim milk to stabilize the vaccine if recommended, and use the vaccine within the required time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Not Withholding Water Before Drinking-Water Vaccination<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If chickens are not thirsty, they may not drink the vaccine water evenly or in sufficient quantity. Part of the flock may remain unvaccinated even though the \u201cvaccination schedule\u201d was carried out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Solution:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Withhold water for 1\u20132 hours before vaccination and mix the vaccine with just enough water for the whole flock to drink within 1\u20132 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Uneven Distribution of Vaccine Water in the Drinking System<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If some drinkers far from the water distribution system receive vaccine water later or in smaller amounts, birds in those areas may not be fully vaccinated. Water pressure and flow should be checked before vaccination to ensure the whole system works evenly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Vaccinating Sick, Weak, or Stressed Birds<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sick birds have compromised immune systems and may not develop sufficient protective immunity after vaccination. In addition, some live vaccines may worsen disease conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Principle:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Vaccinate only healthy flocks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Skipping Booster Doses or Shortening the Interval Between Doses on Your Own<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booster doses are necessary to extend and strengthen protective antibody levels. Skipping boosters may cause immunity to decline faster than expected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shortening the interval between doses too much is also not beneficial, as the immune system needs time to process and develop antibodies from the previous dose.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Adjusting the Vaccination Schedule by Farm Scale, Production System, and Epidemiological Alerts<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18635\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18635\" style=\"width: 982px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18635\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1482497016-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"A rooster standing near a syringe and poultry vaccine vials\" width=\"992\" height=\"661\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1482497016-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-1482497016-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 992px) 100vw, 992px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18635\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vaccination schedules should be adjusted according to farm size, production system, and local epidemiological alerts.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>Suggested Application for Household Farms, Medium Farms, and Large Industrial Farms<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Household farms under 500 birds:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Prioritize Newcastle disease and avian influenza according to the local mandatory vaccination schedule. Free-range chickens may need additional fowl pox and fowl cholera vaccines depending on the region. Farmers may contact local veterinary staff or local animal health authorities for implementation support.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Medium farms, 500\u20135,000 birds:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Should have a structured vaccination schedule for each cycle and keep complete vaccination records. Work with vaccine suppliers or veterinarians to choose products suitable for farm conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Large industrial farms over 5,000 birds:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Need detailed age-by-week vaccination schedules, complete recordkeeping systems, and may consider periodic antibody testing using ELISA when needed to evaluate actual flock immunity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>When to Add or Change the Vaccination Schedule Based on Epidemiological Alerts From Animal Health Authorities<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fixed schedule should not be followed rigidly throughout the year. Adjustments should be considered when:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local animal health authorities announce a new outbreak in the area.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The previous flock or a neighboring farm had disease despite vaccination, which may indicate that the vaccine strain no longer matches the circulating virus strain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seasonal changes occur, especially the spring\u2013summer and autumn\u2013winter transition periods, which are often peak times for respiratory diseases and avian influenza.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The chick source changes to a new hatchery with unclear vaccination history.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Role of Veterinarians and Local Animal Health Authorities in Building a Farm-Specific Vaccination Schedule<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vaccination schedule in this article is a reference schedule based on common recommendations in Vietnam\u2019s poultry sector. Each farm differs in geographical location, disease history, chick source, housing system, and scale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The farm veterinarian or provincial animal health authority, such as the provincial Sub-Department of Animal Health and Production or an equivalent unit, can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review the actual flock condition and environmental factors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adjust vaccine type, strain, route, and timing appropriately.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor vaccination results through antibody testing if needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Update the schedule when local epidemiological conditions change.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This step is highly recommended, especially for newly established farms or farms that have previously experienced vaccination program failures.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQ: Common Questions About Chicken Vaccination Schedules in 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18637\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18637\" style=\"width: 989px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18637\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-2248128168-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wooden blocks displaying FAQ 2026 for chicken vaccination schedule questions\" width=\"999\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-2248128168-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/istockphoto-2248128168-612x612-1-300x172.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 999px) 100vw, 999px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18637\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Answers to common questions about planning and applying a chicken vaccination schedule in 2026.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>If Chicks Bought From a Breeder Farm Have Already Been Vaccinated, Do They Need to Be Vaccinated Again?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Farmers need to confirm clearly with the breeder farm: which vaccines were given, which strains were used, and at what age. If chicks have already received live attenuated Marek\u2019s vaccine at the hatchery, Marek\u2019s vaccination usually does not need to be repeated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, other vaccines such as Newcastle, IB, and Gumboro usually still need to continue according to schedule because maternal antibodies decline during the first few weeks and active immunity needs to be stimulated at the right time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What Should Be Done If a Vaccine Dose Is Missed? Can It Be Given Immediately?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a dose is missed for only a short period compared with the schedule, for example a few days, it can often be given later after consulting a veterinarian or manufacturer instructions. The following doses should then be adjusted accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the dose has been missed for longer, the flock condition should be reassessed, and a veterinarian should be consulted on whether to give a catch-up dose or restart part of the schedule. Farmers should not combine multiple separate vaccines on the same day without veterinary advice, as this may increase flock stress and affect immune response.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Why Can Chickens Still Get Sick Even After Following the Vaccination Schedule?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several possible reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vaccine lost potency because it was stored incorrectly or mixed improperly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The field virus strain does not match the vaccine strain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antibody levels did not reach the protective threshold because booster doses were missed or the flock was in poor health at the time of vaccination. It is important to remember that no vaccine provides 100% protection for every bird under all conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental pathogen pressure is too high and exceeds the vaccine\u2019s protective capacity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The disease was misdiagnosed; the flock may be affected by another disease not covered by the vaccination schedule.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Is the Vaccination Schedule for Free-Range Chickens Different From Industrial Chickens?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, there are significant differences. Free-range chickens have more exposure to the natural environment, so fowl pox, fowl cholera, or other vaccines may need to be considered depending on local epidemiological risk, production model, and veterinary advice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye-drop and injection routes are often preferred to control the dose more accurately compared with drinking-water vaccination when chickens feed and drink freely outdoors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Can Farmers Buy Vaccines and Administer Them on the Farm? What Should Be Prepared for Safety?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some chicken vaccines can be administered on the farm after farmers have been properly trained in storage, mixing, and use. To ensure safety and effectiveness, prepare:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A refrigerator or cold storage container that can keep vaccines at the required temperature during transport and storage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mixing and injection tools of the correct type, cleaned properly and free from disinfectant residues.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear understanding of mixing method, dose, administration route, and allowed use time after mixing according to each vaccine\u2019s instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete vaccination records: date, vaccine type, batch number, expiry date, and number of birds vaccinated.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the flock shows abnormal reactions after vaccination, such as ruffled feathers, sudden death, or a sharp drop in feed intake, contact a veterinarian immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Update Poultry Vaccine and Disease Prevention Solutions at VIETSTOCK 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building a chicken vaccination schedule is not only about arranging doses by age. It is also an important part of flock health management, disease control, and risk reduction throughout the production cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As diseases such as Newcastle disease, Gumboro disease, avian influenza, and infectious bronchitis remain major concerns in the poultry sector, farmers and businesses need greater access to vaccine solutions, biosecurity solutions, vaccination support equipment, and disease management procedures suited to each farm\u2019s real conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>VIETSTOCK 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will serve as a specialized connection platform for farmers, farm owners, veterinarians, vaccine companies, veterinary medicine providers, biological product providers, livestock equipment suppliers, and biosecurity solution providers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The event<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is expected to bring together more than 300 brands, over 10,000 m\u00b2 of exhibition area, and 13,000 trade visitors from more than 40 countries and territories, offering opportunities to update new trends in proactive disease prevention, animal health management, and sustainable livestock development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Vietnamese companies developing vaccines, veterinary medicines, biological products, biosecurity solutions, or systems that support poultry vaccination planning, <\/span><b>the Vietnam Pavilion at VIETSTOCK 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> creates an opportunity to align technical expertise with real farm needs. Topics such as vaccination schedules by local epidemiology, production purpose, booster planning, administration routes, and vaccination recordkeeping are becoming increasingly important for poultry farms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>With support from the Department of Animal Health and Production<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, companies participating in the Vietnam Pavilion may benefit from <\/span><b>preferential participation support of up to 45%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This enables local exhibitors to meet farm owners, veterinarians, distributors, and partners looking for proactive disease-prevention solutions that fit different flock types, farm scales, and regional disease risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><b>VIETSTOCK 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, attendees can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Update<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> solutions in vaccines, veterinary medicines, biological products, and biosecurity for poultry production.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Meet <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">suppliers of equipment, vaccination tools, farm management systems, and flock health monitoring solutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Learn <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">about trends in building disease prevention programs based on epidemiology, flock age, and production purpose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Connect <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with experts, businesses, and partners across the poultry, animal health, feed, production, and processing value chain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Explore opportunities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to participate in the Vietnam Pavilion to strengthen brand presence and expand international B2B connections.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Date:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 21\u201323 October 2026<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Venue:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), 799 Nguyen Van Linh Street, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Event website:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/en\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/en\/<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/a> <b>Visitor registration:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/en\/online-registration-2\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/en\/online-registration-2\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your business provides solutions in vaccines, veterinary medicines, vaccination tools, biological products, biosecurity, housing equipment, or poultry health management, VIETSTOCK 2026 is an opportunity to gain visibility among the professional poultry and livestock industry community, connect directly with potential customers, and expand partnerships across the livestock value chain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udc49 <\/span><b>Book a stand at VIETSTOCK 2026 today<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to take advantage of a central location, available participation incentives, and global connection opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exhibiting:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ms. Sophie Nguyen \u2013 Sophie.nguyen@informa.com<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Visitor Support:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ms. Phuong \u2013 Phuong.C@informa.com<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Marcom Support:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ms. Anita Pham \u2013 Anita.pham@informa.com<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is for informational reference only. A specific vaccination schedule for each farm should be adjusted according to veterinary advice, vaccine manufacturer instructions, and recommendations from local animal health authorities. 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