Browsing by Author "Yamba K"

Filter results by typing the first few letters
Now showing 1 - 1 of 1
  • Thumbnail Image
    Item
    Drivers of antimicrobial resistance in layer poultry farming: Evidence from high prevalence of multidrug-resistant
    (2023-Sep) Mudenda S; Bumbangi FN; Yamba K; Munyeme M; Malama S; Mukosha M; Hadunka MA; Daka V; Matafwali SK; Siluchali G; Mainda G; Mukuma M; Hang'ombe BM; Muma JB
    BACKGROUND AND AIM: Inappropriate use of antimicrobials exacerbates antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the poultry sector. Information on factors driving AMR in the layer poultry sector is scarce in Zambia. This study examined the drivers of AMR in the layer poultry sector in the Lusaka and Copperbelt Provinces of Zambia. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This cross-sectional study employed a structured questionnaire in 77 layer poultry farms in the provinces of Lusaka and Copperbelt, Zambia, from September 2020 to April 2021. Data analysis was conducted using Stata version 16.1. Antimicrobial resistance was defined as the presence of multidrug resistance (MDR) isolates. Multivariable regression analysis was used to identify drivers of AMR. RESULTS: In total, 365 samples were collected, from which 339 (92.9%) CONCLUSION: This study found a high prevalence of AMR in layer poultry farming linked to the type of farm management practices and lack of AMR awareness. Evidence of high MDR in our study is of public health concern and requires urgent attention. Educational interventions must increase AMR awareness, especially among small- and medium-scale poultry farmers.