Why the global animal feed industry is a frontline in the fight against resistance

Leon Marchal: The urgent case for antibiotic-free animals · 11:02 · Video: TED · Watch at the source

In short: The United Nations predicts that antimicrobial resistance could become our greatest killer by 2050. Bioprocess engineer Leon Marchal explains why the rising use of antibiotics in livestock and pet treats is a global threat and how we can respond.

Leon Marchal explores the escalating worldwide use of antibiotics within the animal feed industry, ranging from large-scale livestock to common pet treats. He argues that addressing this overuse is a critical step in preventing a potential epidemic of antimicrobial resistance.

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