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Use of Antibiotics in Animal Feed

Antibiotics are commonly used in animal feed for various reasons, such as disease prevention, growth promotion, and increased feed efficiency. However, their use has raised concerns about the development of antibiotic resistance, which can have significant implications for both animal and human health.

One of the primary reasons for using antibiotics in animal feed is disease prevention. Animals raised in confined environments, such as factory farms, are more susceptible to infectious diseases due to overcrowding and poor sanitation. Antibiotics can help prevent and control the spread of these diseases, ensuring the health and welfare of the animals. By keeping animals healthy, antibiotics also contribute to increased productivity and reduced economic losses.

In addition to disease prevention, antibiotics are often used for growth promotion in animals. Certain antibiotics, such as tetracyclines and ionophores, have been found to improve feed conversion efficiency, leading to faster growth and weight gain in animals. This is especially important in the livestock industry, where profitability is closely tied to the rate of animal growth. Antibiotics can also reduce the incidence of gastrointestinal infections and improve nutrient absorption, further enhancing feed efficiency.

However, the use of antibiotics in animal feed has increasingly come under scrutiny due to its potential impact on antibiotic resistance. When animals are routinely exposed to low doses of antibiotics in their feed over long periods, bacteria in their gut can develop resistance mechanisms. These resistant bacteria can then spread to humans through direct contact, consumption of meat or other animal products, or environmental contamination.

The development of antibiotic resistance is a significant public health concern as it reduces the effectiveness of antibiotic treatment for both animal and human diseases. When antibiotics are no longer effective, common infections can become difficult or even impossible to treat. This can lead to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs.

To address these concerns, many countries have implemented regulations and guidelines for the use of antibiotics in animal feed. Some countries, such as Denmark and Sweden, have banned the use of antibiotics for growth promotion entirely. Instead, they focus on disease prevention through improved husbandry practices, biosecurity measures, and vaccination programs.

Other measures to reduce antibiotic use in animal feed include the use of alternatives such as probiotics, prebiotics, and organic acids, which can improve gut health and performance in animals. Additionally, improved farm management practices, such as better housing conditions and hygiene protocols, can help reduce the incidence of diseases and the need for antibiotics.

In conclusion, while the use of antibiotics in animal feed has benefits in terms of disease prevention and growth promotion, it also poses risks associated with the development of antibiotic resistance. Balancing the need for animal health and welfare with the public health concerns surrounding antibiotic resistance is a complex challenge that requires a multi-faceted approach involving regulations, improved husbandry practices, and alternatives to antibiotics.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global antibiotic market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 21105400 - Antibiotics

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Abbott Laboratories, Eli Lilly & Co, Melinta Therapeutics, Novartis, GlaxoSmithKline, Bayer, Allergan, Roche, Sanofi, STADA Arzneimittel, Shionogi & Co., Taisho Pharmaceutical Holdings, Daiichi Sankyo, Meiji Holdings Company, Astellas Pharma, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Cipla, Lupin, Shanghai Pharmaceuticals Holding, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, TaiGen Biotechnology

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How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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How to outsource production to other countries
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While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023