Antimicrobials in Livestock 1: Regulation, Science, Practice: A European Perspective

Antimicrobials in Livestock

A comprehensive European-focused reference on antimicrobial use in food-producing animals and the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance. It examines regulation, antimicrobial science, practical use, monitoring, and stewardship across livestock production while incorporating the One Health perspective. The book also explores prevention strategies such as biosecurity, vaccination, diagnostics, and smart farming technologies.

Key Features

• Focuses on antimicrobial use in livestock
• Examines antimicrobial resistance mechanisms
• Provides a European regulatory perspective
• Reviews veterinary antimicrobial legislation
• Covers authorization and distribution policies
• Discusses antimicrobial use in practice
• Examines growth promotion and prophylaxis
• Covers metaphylaxis and treatment
• Addresses diagnostic applications
• Explores risks and benefits of antimicrobial use
• Applies the One Health concept
• Discusses animal, human, and environmental health
• Reviews antimicrobial-use monitoring systems
• Covers antimicrobial stewardship and prevention
• Explores biosecurity, vaccination, and smart farming