Antimicrobial resistance
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when a microorganism becomes resistant to antimicrobial agents, such as antibiotics. It is a rising problem for both humans and animals worldwide. If not tackled, it will soon become the number one global public health issue. By 2050, the United Nations (UN) estimates that 10 million deaths could be caused by AMR. At Nutreco, we are helping reduce AMR through a focus on reducing antibiotics given to animals; specifically, the most critical antibiotics for human health.
