International Livestock Research Institute
This thematic area applies a One Health approach to support efforts in low- and middle-income countries to mitigate risks of agriculture-associated antimicrobial resistance.
ILRI’s approach to addressing food safety research is based on risk analysis. We identify the hazards in food and build the capacity of policymakers to understand risk-based approaches in traditional and informal markets. Learn more about our work.
Emerging infectious diseases pose a serious threat to global health and security, with 70% of these diseases originating from animals and 60% of existing infectious diseases classified as zoonotic. Evidence generated support government control measures and outbreak responses protecting animal and human health.
We study the connection between livestock farming, human communities, and the surrounding environment, including wildlife. By working closely with both public and private sector partners, we exploring innovative financing solutions to improve resilience and help communities adapt sustainably.
