The forum on climate change and AMR in livestock and aquaculture held in Araneta City, Quezon City, was celebrated on the 28th August.
The Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI), the Philippine government.
The Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI) of the Philippine government has advocated for integrating human, animal, and environmental health under the 'One Health' concept to address antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
The DA-NFRDI, together with stakeholders from academia and industry, participated on August 28 in the forum on climate change and AMR in livestock and aquaculture held in Araneta City, Quezon City, to advance sustainable fisheries and protect public health.
During the event, representing the DA, Scientist I Choresca Jr. noted that climate change "alters" ecosystems in ways that "exacerbate" resistance risks. He also called for strengthening interdisciplinary and multisectoral partnerships to build "effective and sustainable" solutions.
Moreover, Bryan Tanyag, Senior Science Research Specialist at the Seafood Safety and Quality Section of the NFRDI–Fisheries Postharvest Research and Development Division (FPHRDD), presented 'One Health Initiatives on AMR: Strengthening Animal Health, Fisheries Postharvest, and Aquaculture for a Sustainable Future.'
In his presentation, Tanyag discussed their research contributions on AMR in aquaculture, particularly in improving animal health, ensuring seafood safety, and advancing postharvest practices.
The event was organized by the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health – Center for Research and Innovation (ASMPH-ACRI) in collaboration with the International Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Solutions (ICARS).
