Antimicrobial resistance and its practical prevention

A topic that continues to be of interest to livestock veterinarians, producers and consumers is antibiotic resistance. Antimicrobial resistance to treatment options impacts animal welfare, food security and even human health. Many organisations such as the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention consider this issue to be a global public health concern. This is especially relevant to the livestock industry as misuse of antibiotics beyond their intended purposes can contribute to AMR incre