Food and Agriculture Organisation for improving livestock productivity to cut antibiotic use Business

The research highlights the potential for more efficient and sustainable livestock production systems.

Implementing precision agriculture techniques to optimize feed and water usage

Improving animal welfare and reducing stress

Using alternative methods to control disease, such as vaccines and antimicrobial peptides

Implementing manure management systems to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance

Precision Agriculture Techniques

Precision agriculture techniques can help optimize feed and water usage, reducing the need for antibiotics. For example, a study by the University of California, Davis, found that using precision irrigation systems can reduce water usage by up to 30%.

The 2024 UN General Assembly AMR Declaration: A Call to Action for Sustainable Agriculture

The 2024 UN General Assembly AMR Declaration is a landmark document that highlights the urgent need to address the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the world.

The country has identified the following key areas for tackling AMR:

Key Areas for Tackling AMR in Pakistan

*Antimicrobial resistance in livestock*: The use of antimicrobials in livestock farming is a significant contributor to AMR in Pakistan. The country has a large number of small-scale farmers who use antimicrobials to treat sick animals, which can lead to the development of resistant bacteria.

*Antimicrobial resistance in human medicine*: The misuse of antimicrobials in human medicine is another significant contributor to AMR in Pakistan.