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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a multi-sectoral problem that affects humans, animals, plants/crops, and the environment. AMR control necessitates a global approach combined with coordinated national initiatives across policy and regulation. Importantly, preventive measures and engagement with farmers and other food [...]

Across Cambodia, poultry farmers are working hard to keep their animals healthy and productive. One growing concern is antimicrobial resistance (AMR), which can occur when antibiotics are overused or used incorrectly. For smallholder farmers, this can mean higher costs, more [...]

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) - when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites stop responding to medicines designed to treat them - is a growing global threat. Most discussions about AMR focus on its impact on human and animal health where the effects, [...]

In Prey Chrok village of Prey Veng Province, pig farming has long been part of daily life. For Mr. Vong Samoun, it’s more than just a job — it’s a responsibility to his family, his animals, and his community. Together [...]

The Republic of Moldova is stepping up its efforts to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) within its agrifood sector through a comprehensive new project launched by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with national authorities. The [...]

Using FAO antimicrobial resistance tools, Rwanda validates and publishes its updated National Action Plan to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) for 2025–2029  

On 15 April 2025, the ninth round of the Tracking Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Country Self-assessment Survey (TrACSS) began, for completion by June 2025. TrACSS is a key component of the global AMR monitoring and evaluation framework. Since its first iteration in 2017, TrACSS has enabled countries [...]

In Nepal, a recent study with a mixed approach of knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) and behavioural science among the poultry farmers on antimicrobial use has helped researchers gather data that will help them understand not only where there are [...]

One of the aims of the Action to support implementation of Codex AMR texts (ACT) project is to raise awareness among stakeholders along the food production chain, about the need for responsible and prudent use of antimicrobials. When these drugs are overused [...]

FAO and the United Kingdom are strengthening their partnership with the Government of Viet Nam to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and promote responsible antimicrobial use in agriculture through the Farmer Field School (FFS) model in Thai Nguyen Province.