IDENTIFICATION OF SALMONELLA SPECIES ISOLATED FROM CHICKEN SOLD IN KURE ULTRA MODERN MARKET MINNA

Abstract

Salmonella sp. is widespread in poultry products. Infection can arise from contact and consumption of these products. The current study was aimed at isolating and identifying species of Salmonella from chicken sold at Kure ultra-modern market Minna, Niger state. A total of 100 chicken intestine samples were obtained directly from the slaughter slab. Isolation was done on Brilliant green agar medium. Preliminary identification was carried out using biochemical tests. Results of the study revealed that the prevalence of Salmonella was 33.0%. 71 were isolated out of 100 samples analysed and a total of 33 (33.0%) samples were positive for Salmonella species. Salmonella enterica 29 (40.8%) was the most frequent Salmonella species isolated followed by Salmonella typhi 4 (5.6%). Biochemical tests were carried out to identify suspected Salmonella species, The field study also revealed the need for enhancing hygiene and sanitation practices in poultry facilities/processing, educating poultry handlers and consumers about safe food handling.