In January, a report was published on antibiotic-resistant genes in pigs in Thailand, sparking public concern over the dangers of eating pork. Ms Chanpen said around 18 types of antibiotics used in livestock production have been found to be ineffective due to the bacteria's resistance. The use of Colistin in livestock production helps improve farming conditions and reduce bacterial infections in farm animals. Farmer Sitthichai Suksomsomboon who claims his pig farm is antibiotic free said he decided not to use the drug in livestock production after he got sick. Mr Sitthichai urged farmers to avoid using antibiotics in livestock production and to keep their barns clean.

Source: Bangkok Post March 14, 2017 23:48 UTC