CPF joins crusade for responsible use of antimicrobials
With safe food in mind, Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF) has adopted a policy on the responsible use of antimicrobials in its livestock and aquaculture businesses.
Chief executive Adirek Sripratak said CPF had endorsed the “Global Vision on Antimicrobials Use in Animals” that is binding on all business units in Thailand and elsewhere in the world.
“Antibiotics use in animals has grasped global attention, as it concerns food safety and public health,” he said. “Realising the importance, CPF has adopted these responsible-use practices to do our part to minimise antimicrobial resistance risks.
“Our quest to improve the food safety system never stops. We are striving to advance the ‘One Health’ approach to protect the health of our people, animals and the planet. The global antibiotics vision will take effect immediately for implementation globally within 2020.”
Antimicrobials will be used responsibly, taking into account all factors of proper animal care.
It must also be in line with sustainable-development practices and consumer satisfaction, Adirek said.
To use antimicrobials reasonably and responsibly, CPF is also placing emphasis on disease prevention practices that will minimise the need for antimicrobial use.
