The chicken farms that become ‘pathogen sponges’ for superbugs
- Posted on September 6, 2026
- By Financial Times
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In brief
Pakistan's poultry industry faces a critical public health crisis as intensive farming practices create ideal conditions for antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Poor biosecurity measures and widespread antimicrobial use in chicken farms accelerate the emergence of superbugs that threaten both animal and human health. This investigation reveals how overcrowded facilities become reservoirs for drug-resistant pathogens, posing significant risks to food security and medical efficacy across the region.
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The chicken farms that become ‘pathogen sponges’ for superbugs
Pakistan’s poultry houses provide protein for its population but they are also breeding grounds for antibiotic-resistant microbes
