Antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic and indicator bacteria from humans, animals and food in 2022–2023

The report reveals that resistance to certain antimicrobials in Campylobacter and some Salmonella strains remains high, particularly in humans and food-producing animals. However, combined resistance to critically important antimicrobials is low in Salmonella, Campylobacter, and E. coli. Significant progress has been made in reducing AMR in food-producing animals in several Member States (MSs), but the detection of carbapenemase-producing E. coli isolates in pigs, cattle, poultry, and meat requires further investigation. The report emphasizes the need for caution in the use of antimicrobials, monitoring carbapenem isolates closely, and addressing differences in antimicrobial use patterns and practices.