Why do Irish pig farmers use medications? Barriers for effective reduction of antimicrobials in Irish pig production
Abstract Background In addressing the threat of antimicrobial resistance, it is critical to understand the barriers to the uptake of strategies for the reduction of antimicrobial use (AMU) in the pig industry. In several EU countries, factors such as education level, habits and social pressures are...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2021-04-01
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Series: | Irish Veterinary Journal |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13620-021-00193-3 |