KUWAIT: The Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) announced that its Environment and Life Sciences Research Center has obtained a patent for a project to develop a new bioproduct to support the poultry industry and food safety in Kuwait without the use of antibiotics (probiotics). The institute said on Monday that the research team was led by Tahani Al-Saree, with the participation of Dr Hanan Al-Khalifa, Hamad Al-Mansour, Mohamed Kishk, Dr Thunayan Al-Enezi, Anwar Al-Mutairi, Hanan Sultan and Haya Al-Saleem.

KISR explained that the probiotic product includes a mixture of bacteria in the form of a powder that can be added to water or food to support the food industry. It is one of the safest alternatives to antibiotics to control infections that cause intestinal diseases. The powder works to enhance the animal intestinal microbial balance, improve the digestive health of poultry, increase meat and egg production, combat salmonella, and withstand harsh climatic conditions.

The team stated that the experiments showed the effectiveness of the product in maintaining the health of birds. KISR added that the expected strategic impact of this project will contribute to enhancing national food security. The project opens new horizons for the development of the poultry industry in Kuwait and promotes reliance on effective local products and reduces dependence on imported products. — KUNA