378 – Effects of dietary allicin on health and growth performance of weanling piglets and reduction in attractiveness of faeces to flies (Research paper – Huang – 2011)

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378 Research paper – Huang – 2011 – Effects of dietary allicin on health and growth performance of weanling piglets and reduction in attractiveness of faeces to flies

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB \ Farmer
Species targeted: Pigs;
Age: Young;
Summary:
This article confirms the positive effect of allicin in antibiotic free farming. Allicin is next to other essential oils classified as a recognised functional feed ingredient in livestock production. Beside increase zootechnical performance, also health is improved of livestock. The researchers detected another important advantage of using allicin in livestock production, namely reduction of manure odour. This makes agricultural practices more public acceptable, and contributes to responsible farming in society. By reduction of manure odour, also less insects (like flies) are attracted to farms, improving working conditions for farmers.

Where to find the original material: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/animal/article/abs/effects-of-dietary-allicin-on-health-and-growth-performance-of-weanling-piglets-and-reduction-in-attractiveness-of-faeces-to-flies/E6B7C4B884DB12A0ECB048B841C1CB50; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22440775/
Country: CN

377- Use of a micro-encapsulated eucalyptus-medium chain fatty acid product as an alternative to zinc oxide and antibiotics for weaned pigs (Research paper – Yung-Keun Han – 2011)

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377 Research paper – Yung-Keun Han – 2011 – Use of a micro-encapsulated eucalyptus-medium chain fatty acid product as an alternative to zinc oxide and antibiotics for weaned pigs

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB \ Farmer
Species targeted: Pigs;
Age: Young;
Summary:
Zinc Oxide is today used as the major antibiotic substitute in Europe, but poses some serious environmental problems in terms of sustainability (accumulation in the environment). The article describes the use Eucalyptus derived medium chain fatty acids. Although medium chain fatty acids are a promising substitute for antibiotics, today these medium chain fatty acids are mainly obtained after distillation and fractionation of palm kernel oil. This is also a non-sustainable raw material and extraction from Eucalyptus can be a solution. In addition, processing of the medium chain fatty acids into micro-encapsulated functional feed ingredients improves functionality in animals what is reflected in improved daily performance and health.

Where to find the original material: http://www.aasv.org/shap.html
Country: CA

376- Effect of Brazilian red pepper Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi essential oil on performance diarrhea and gut health of weanling pigs (Research paper – Gois – 2016)

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376 Research paper – Gois – 2016 – Effect of Brazilian red pepper Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi essential oil on performance diarrhea and gut health of weanling pigs

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB \ Farmer
Species targeted: Pigs;
Age: Young;
Summary:
This research paper describes the effect of Brazilian red pepper on performance, diarrhoea and gut health of weanling pigs. The authors extracted the essential oil from the Brazilian red pepper and experienced positive effects on gastrointestinal health, translating in improved overall health as well as animal performance. The work is performed on weaning piglets, and makes extrapolation to final slaughter weight difficult.

Where to find the original material: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1871141315300354?via%3Dihub; https://doi.org/10.1016/j.livsci.2015.11.009
Country: BR

375- Essential oils and aromatic plants in animal feeding – A European perspective A review (Research paper – Franz – 2010)

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375 Research paper – Franz – 2010 – Essential oils and aromatic plants in animal feeding – a European perspective A review

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB \ Farmer
Species targeted: Pigs; Poultry; Dairy;
Age: Not stated;
Summary:
This article gives an overview of application of plant and herb extracts as substitute for antibiotics in livestock production. The authors are experts in the field of European as well as non-European herbs, plant extracts and aromatic plant substances, and contributed to the classification and standardisation of these substances. Depending on the intended applications, a portfolio of blends is possible. The article also shows the clear potential of traditional Chinese medicinal plants in improving livestock performance and health. Not all plant extracts are already accepted in European legislation, but leaves room for innovative solutions.

Where to find the original material: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/ffj.1967; https://doi.org/10.1002/ffj.1967
Country: AT

374- Antibiotic alternatives_ the substitution of antibiotics in animal husbandry (Research paper – Chengn – 2014)

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374 Research paper – Chengn – 2014 – Antibiotic alternatives_ the substitution of antibiotics in animal husbandry

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB \ Farmer
Species targeted: Pigs; Poultry; Dairy; Beef; Sheep;
Age: Different for different species;
Summary:
This article provides an overview of substitutes for antibiotics, having potential in livestock production. The article describes a range of antibiotic alternatives, ranging from plant extract to prebiotic functional feed ingredients. All of the functional feed ingredients show potential in improving animal performance, as well as a contribution to increase health in terrestrial livestock. There is no clear preference for a particular functional feed ingredient, and final selection will mainly depend on farmer expectations as well as commercial price setting (which is not a fixed asset).

Where to find the original material: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2014.00217/full; doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2014.00217
Country: CN

373 International instruments on the use of antimicrobials across the human animal and plant sectors by WHO FAO OIE (Tools & Checklists)

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373 ToolsChecklists – International instruments on the use of antimicrobials across the human animal and plant sectors by WHO FAO OIE

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB
Species targeted: Pigs; Poultry; Dairy; Beef; Sheep;
Summary:
Instruments that contain standards for governments or other actors are included. These include international guidelines that have been adopted by public entities through formal processes if they provide standards (understood as clear instructions/ guidance on the use of antimicrobials).
The compilation excludes resolutions, declarations, (action) plans or other documents that only state intentions or objectives and that do not contain implementable standards. International standards adopted by private entities and business associations are also excluded.

Where to find the original material: https://apps.who.int/iris/rest/bitstreams/1314292/retrieve;
Country: Germany;

372 – Antimicrobial Usage and Resistance in Dairy Cattle Production (Research paper – Loo – 2019)

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372 Research paper – Loo – 2019 – Antimicrobial Usage and Resistance in Dairy Cattle Production

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB \ None
Species targeted: Dairy;
Age: Not stated;
Summary:
The chapter explain antimicrobial usage in dairy cattle production and the recent approaches and challenges on AMR.

Where to find the original material: https://www.intechopen.com/books/veterinary-medicine-and-pharmaceuticals/antimicrobial-usage-and-resistance-in-dairy-cattle-production; https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.81365
Country: MY

362 The correct use of antibiotics in lambs and goat-kids – Five key points for greater serenity by Idele (Tools & Checklists)

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362 ToolsChecklists – The correct use of antibiotics in lambs and goat-kids_ Five key points for greater serenity by Idele

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB
Species targeted: Goat; Sheep;
Age:
Summary:
Reasoned and targeted use of antibiotics in lambs and kids follows a set of prescription and administration rules. A set of practical measures are recalled in this booklet. The rearing of young animals, whether kids or lambs, is based on a set of preventive measures to limit the occurrence of infections and their spread within the herd. Surveillance and care are therefore required from a very young age. Whereas diseases occur and after diagnosis, antibiotic treatment may be necessary.

Where to find the original material: https://idele.fr/?eID=cmis_download&oID=workspace://SpacesStore/f2104eea-0696-4379-8803-bde4f2437e32
Country: France;

361 Antibiotics in goats: Essential for group pathologies while focusing on prevention by Idele (Tools & Checklists)

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361 ToolsChecklists – Antibiotics in goats_ essential for group pathologies while focusing on prevention by Idele

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB
Species targeted: Goat;
Age:
Summary:
A survey was carried out among 46 goat farmers to better understand their actions in the event of pathologies in goats and kids, regarding both the use of antibiotics and preventive management. When asked about their practices of using antibiotics in male or female goat kids, the farmers expressed the importance of surveillance and prevention. Challenged with the health risks encountered in young animals, they are attentive to the first signs of disease in order to react as quickly as possible and as closely as possible to the needs of the animals. The survey reported the implemented preventive methods, particularly about feeding and housing. The farming practices most commonly used to reduce the use of antibiotics in kids in the farms are :• Surveillance and care of the animals;• Early feeding of colostrum in sufficient quantity and quality, if necessary after thermisation;• The respect of feed requirements and feed transitions;• Good environmental conditions.

Where to find the original material: http://idele.fr/domaines-techniques/publication/idelesolr/recommends/les-antibiotiques-en-caprins-indispensables-pour-les-pathologies-de-groupe-tout-en-misant-sur-la-p.html;
Country: France;

360 Antibiotics in meat lambs – Indispensable but not automatic by Idele (Tools & Checklists)

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360 ToolsChecklists – Antibiotics in meat lambs_ indispensable but not automatic by Idele

In Significant Impact Groups: Prudent use AB
Species targeted: Sheep;
Age:
Summary:
A survey was carried out among 45 farmers in the sheep-meat sector to gain a better understanding of actions in the event of pathologies in young lambs, considering both antibiotic use and preventive management. When asked about their practices regarding the use of antibiotics in lambs, the farmers insisted on the importance they attach to prevention. While antibiotics are still essential, they are used sparingly. Concrete examples taken from the pathologies with which they are frequently confronted (arthritis, pasteurellosis, enterotoxemia) illustrate their opinions. The farming practices most frequently used to reduce the use of antibiotics in lambs in the farms surveyed are :• Animal surveillance• The lambing pen and monitoring of colostrum feeding• Hygiene and care for lambs: disinfection of navel, tail and ear tags• A balanced diet throughout the year with dietary transitions if necessary.

Where to find the original material: http://idele.fr/domaines-techniques/publication/idelesolr/recommends/les-antibiotiques-en-ovins-viande-indispensables-mais-pas-automatiques.html;
Country: France