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Manure Pathogens
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Best management practices for pathogen control in manure management systems
Addresses best management practices (BMPs) focuses on animal management and housing, dietary modifications, production management, land application of manure, and the chemical and biological treatment of stored manure.
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Opinion of the scientific steering committee on antimicrobial resistance
From European Commission — Scientific evaluation of the current position regarding the prevalence and development of antimicrobial resistance, examine its implications for human and animal health, particularly with regard to the development and management of infections.(252 K PDF)
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Livestock pathogens: a natural occurence
From Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives, Manitoba Conservation and Manitoba Health — Producers can manage germs and minimize their introduction into the food chain and environment by using good animal care and sound manure management practices. (720 K PDF)
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Pathogens in manure
From University of California Davis Extension — Focuses on pathogens commonly found in bovine manure with the greatest risk of infection for humans. (76 K PDF)
