Denmark reduces the maximum level of antibiotics in pigs
Friday August 31, 2012/ Fødevarestyrelsen/ Denmark.
http://www.foedevarestyrelsen.dk
According to the Danish Food Department (Fødevarestyrelsen), since early 2010, the use of antibiotics in Danish pig production was significantly reduced. However, during the 2011-12 period, a slight increase in consumption has been detected.
In order to maintain the positive results, the Fødevarestyrelsen has decided to introduce a small reduction in the maximum level of antibiotics.
Antibiotics consumption limit:
| Up to May 31, 2013 |
As of June 1, 2013 |
|
| Gilts, sows and boars | 5,2 | 5 |
| Piglets (7-30 kg) | 28 | 25 |
| Pigs over 30 kg (excluding gilts, sows and boars) | 8 | 7 |