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10 thoughts about antimicrobial resistance from experts

In a recent panel discussion presented by the National Institute for Animal Agriculture, several veterinary experts shared what they’ve learned throughout their years of experience about antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in farm animals.

Animal Health & Veterinary

Europe sees further decline in veterinary antibiotics sales

Total sales of veterinary antibiotics in European countries dropped by more than 34% between 2011 and 2018, according to the latest report on European Surveillance of Veterinary Antimicrobial Consumption.

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Researchers boost poultry immune system with antibodies

Poultry fed antibodies enjoy a stronger immune response and gain more weight during parasitic infection in a University of Illinois trial.

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Essential oils blend shows promise as antibiotic alternative

Blend of essential oils and organic acids combats E. coli as effectively as antibiotics in a swine trial, suggesting possible alternative.

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Yeast, fed for protein, could also replace antibiotics

Weanling pigs fed torula yeast exhibit health and growth performance gains in a new trial, suggesting the alternative protein could also replace antibiotics.

Animal Feed Manufacturing

New aquafeed guidelines raise the bar for ingredients

New guidelines for aquafeed mills emphasize responsible selection of feed ingredients, establishing social, environmental and biosecurity standards.

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Leonardite holds promise as growth-promoting feed additive

Researchers investigating antibiotic alternatives find using leonardite as a feed additive improves gut health and “good” cholesterol levels in piglets.

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Probiotics replace antibiotics in swine trial

A particular strain of probiotics restored growth and gut health when used to replace antibiotics in a recent University of Illinois study.

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Soy isoflavone reduces swine mortality, raises questions

Potential anti-viral soy isoflavone reduced PRRS mortality in Illinois study, but researchers are unsure whether isoflavone is solely responsible.

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Elanco 2020 Q1 earnings down 10% due to COVID-19

Find out what actions Elanco took when COVID-19 impacted its commercial distribution partners' liquidity and how it impacted its first quarter earnings.

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Study: Antibiotic resistance not tied to agriculture

A Canadian study finds little evidence antibiotic use in agriculture and animal feed leads to resistance in disease-causing bacteria in humans.

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6 most important additives for ABF broiler production

One can start looking safely to these six ingredients/additives before considering newer, alternative and often more costly approaches.

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