A qualitative study on antibiotic use and animal health management in smallholder dairy farms of four regions of India.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major global public health issue. In India, access to medicines is poorly regulated and therefore antibiotics in dairy cattle are commonly used by farmers without consulting with veterinarians. This study was conducted to understand practices and knowledge related to antibiotic use and AMR among dairy farmers and veterinary professionals in selected urban and peri-urban areas of India.

Methods

A total of 28 focus group discussions with farmers and 53 interviews with veterinary professionals were carried out.

Results

Mastitiswas identified as the main animal health challenge. Antibiotic consultation behavior of farmers depended on the availability of veterinarians. Except in Bangalore, farmers were found to often treat ani

SUBMITTER: Sharma G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7480485 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature