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industry is rapidly expanding . To effectively mitigate antibiotic resistance in aquaculture , a comprehensive and integrated approach is essential .
Strategies must prioritise reducing antibiotic usage , enforcing stringent biosecurity measures , and promoting alternative disease control methods such as vaccines and probiotics . A successful example is Norway ’ s salmon farming industry , where antibiotic use was significantly reduced through vaccination and improved management practices ( Bailey and Eggereide , 2020 ).
In Malaysia , national strategies like the Malaysian Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance ( MyAP- AMR ) 2017-2021 and 2022-2026 , alongside the Malaysian Good Agricultural Practices ( MyGAP ) certification , emphasise the need for stringent regulations , awareness campaigns , and the promotion of sustainable aquaculture practices and halalan toyyiban ( HT ) compliance in producing fishery products .
These initiatives are designed to ensure safe and responsible farming practices that minimise antibiotic misuse and environmental impact .
University-led research , funded by agencies such as the Kurita Water and Environment Foundation ( KWEF ), also plays a critical role in developing innovative solutions to address these challenges
Collaborative efforts among
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policymakers , researchers , and industry stakeholders are crucial . Implementing measures such as prohibiting the sale of antibiotics without prescriptions , addressing financial barriers for farmers , and providing comprehensive training for veterinarians are necessary to control antibiotic use and prevent the spread of resistance . |
Strategies must prioritise reducing antibiotic usage , enforcing stringent biosecurity measures , and promoting alternative disease control methods such as vaccines and probiotics . A successful example is Norway ’ s salmon farming industry , where antibiotic use was significantly reduced through vaccination and improved management practices ( Bailey and Eggereide , 2020 ).
STEWARDSHIP OF THE SEA
Ultimately , sustainable aquaculture practices must balance food security with public health , ensuring the industry ’ s long-term viability without compromising human health . It is essential to recognise our responsibility to manage the resources provided by the sea . “ And He is the One Who has subjected the sea , so from it , you may eat tender seafood and extract ornaments to wear . And you see the ships ploughing their way through it , so you may seek His bounty and give thanks to Him .” ( Quran , Al-Nahl , 16:14 )
The verse reminds us that the sea ( or any aquatic ecosystem ) is a blessing , providing both sustenance and opportunity . By implementing sustainable aquaculture practices , guided by strategies like MyAP-AMR , and adhering to initiatives like MyGAP , we honour this gift . In doing so , we are following the principles of Maqasid al-Shari ’ ah , which emphasise the protection of life ( Hifz al-Nafs ).
As Islam teaches the importance
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of taking care of the environment , this action is also seen as a form of protection of the religion ( Hifz ad-Deen ). All in all , efforts to combat antibiotic resistance in aquaculture not only protect public health but also ensure that future generations continue to reap the benefits of the sea . This allows us to complete our duty to be stewards of the earth and express our gratitude for the blessings we have been given . – @ AGROBiz
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