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Over 100 participants from across Cambodia’s animal production and feed sectors convened in Siem Reap 14–16 July for a national workshop focused on improving animal nutrition to reduce the need for antimicrobial use (AMU) in livestock farming. The event was [...]

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has developed a new tool to support countries, especially low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), in tackling the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by improving how they monitor veterinary drug [...]

El lema de la Semana Mundial de Concienciación sobre la RAM 2025 es «Actuemos ya: protejamos nuestro presente, aseguremos nuestro futuro», un lema que subraya la urgente necesidad de medidas audaces, coordinadas e intersectoriales para hacer frente a la resistencia [...]

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched the second annual open call for data under its International FAO Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring (InFARM) system. For the first time, the 2025 call will also include a global [...]

In Cambodia’s livestock sector, smallholder farmers play a crucial role in food production. However, they face increasing challenges related to animal health, including the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). When antibiotics are used excessively or incorrectly, bacteria can develop resistance, [...]

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 [...]