Unnecessary Antibiotics in Meat: The U.S. Takes Small Steps to Eliminate It
The Federal government wants to reduce unnecessary antibiotics in meat and poultry served in its cafeterias. Learn how they plan to make it happen.
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Antibiotics in Chicken? Perdue Thinks Not.
Great news: Perdue has stopped its use of antibiotics in chicken hatcheries — the end of a 12-year project to eliminate the use of unnecessary antibiotics.
Antimicrobial Data Collection Act
Earlier this month, three Senators submitted a bill to require the FDA to report on data about the use of antimicrobial drugs in livestock.
FDA Takes One Step Up and Two Steps Back: Restricting the Use of Antibiotics in Livestock
Are you confused about the recent moves by the FDA having to do with the use of antibiotics used in livestock? You have plenty of company if you are unsure of the agency’s intentions. And now might be a good time to consider your dietary options…