This FAO report highlights the global challenge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in food and agriculture and the One Health approach to combating it.
• Key AMR Challenges in Food Systems:
• Overuse of antibiotics in livestock and aquaculture contributes to resistant bacteria.
• Lack of surveillance and data on AMR in agrifood sectors.
• Growing risk of foodborne AMR infections in humans.
• FAO’s Approach to AMR Mitigation:
• Global AMR Action Plan 2021-2025, promoting responsible antimicrobial use.
• Strengthening governance and surveillance through international partnerships.
• Promoting alternatives to antibiotics, such as probiotics and improved farm management.
The report urges stronger policy enforcement, private sector collaboration, and investment in AMR research .
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