FDA grant for collecting data on antimicrobial use in various animal sectors to improve stewardship and support national action plans.
Funder: Food and Drug Administration
Due Dates: Forecasted; application deadline not yet announced
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 per award; total program funding $600,000; up to 3 awards expected
Summary: Supports long-term data collection on antimicrobial use in animals to advance stewardship and inform national action plans.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; details and deadlines may change.
This cooperative agreement from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) aims to support projects that collect data on antimicrobial use across a range of animal sectors, including domestic livestock, poultry, companion animals (dogs, cats, horses), and minor species (such as fish, sheep, and goats). The initiative also seeks to develop and refine data collection frameworks, including public-private partnership models, to enhance the understanding and stewardship of antimicrobial use in veterinary settings. The program aligns with the National Action Plan objectives to engage the animal health community and stakeholders in strategies that improve antimicrobial stewardship in animal agriculture.