The European way out of AGPs with phytogenics

Concerns over the development of antimicrobial resistance led to a ban of all antibiotic growth promoters (AGPs) in the European Union in 2006. Before that, the use of Olaquindox, Carbadox, Virginiamycin and Tylosinphosphate among others had already been banned since 1999. A brief description of the history of legislation regarding feed use of antimicrobials and the experience of animal producers following the ban will serve to illustrate the consequences on animal performance and health. Furthe