Improving antibiotic use on dairy farms through education and collaboration
Combining benchmarking and Competency-based training to implement antimicrobial stewardship on dairy farms
['FUNDING_U01'] · MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10688092
This study is all about helping dairy farmers use fewer antibiotics by teaching them and their workers better ways to manage animal health, so they can keep their cows healthy while also protecting us from antibiotic resistance.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_U01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10688092 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to reduce antibiotic use on dairy farms by developing an educational program that benchmarks current antibiotic usage and enhances the skills of farm workers. It involves collaboration between dairy farmers and veterinarians to create tailored solutions for responsible antibiotic management. The program will include goal-oriented plans and metrics to track progress, ensuring that antibiotics are used judiciously to protect animal health while minimizing the risk of antibiotic resistance.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include dairy farmers and veterinarians who are looking to improve their antibiotic stewardship practices.
Not a fit: Patients who do not work in dairy farming or veterinary medicine may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more responsible antibiotic use in dairy farming, improving animal health and reducing the risk of antibiotic resistance in both animals and humans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that educational interventions and collaborative approaches can effectively reduce antibiotic use in agricultural settings.
Where this research is happening
EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES
- MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY — EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RUEGG, PAMELA L — MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: RUEGG, PAMELA L
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.