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Type (Project/Program):

Program

Surveillance type:

Active

Animal type:

Bovine

Disease agent type:

Bacteria

Region:

Canada-wide

Production system:

Commercial, large-scale

Topic:

Antimicrobial Use/ Resistance

Surveillance Start Date

Surveillance End Date

Project End Date

Website

Jul/12/2024

Canadian Feedlot Antimicrobial Use and Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Program (CFAASP)

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CFAASP Objectives:

Provincial and National Estimates
Provide representative provincial and national estimates of AMU and AMR in the Canadian finishing feedlot cattle sector.
Monitor Trends
Monitor trends in AMU and AMR in the feedlot over time and in the context of changes to veterinary policy and practice.
Periodically Investigate
Periodically investigate associations between AMU and AMR on a targeted basis in relation to emerging AMR trends.
Assemble Industry Data
Assemble collated industry data for assessment of the potential public and animal health risks of AMU to help preserve antimicrobial effectiveness and ensure antimicrobial stewardship.