RESAS 22-27: SRUC-a2-3 A Systems Understanding Of The Flow Of Amr From Livestock Production To The Environment And Humans: Informing Antimicrobial Stewardship And Optimal Use

Antimicrobial resistance is found wherever antimicrobials are used, yet antimicrobials are often the last line of defence in protecting animal health and welfare. Understanding the relationship between antimicrobial use in livestock and resistance (presence of resistance genes in bacteria, and ability to survive in the presence of antimicrobials) will inform stewardship and optimal use strategies that extend the useful lifespan of antimicrobials.