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The samples collected for the Rumen-up project [FP5 project, Rumen-up, QLK5-CT-2001-00992], for which a large data set of background information and screening success now exists, will be tested for properties not screened in the original project. Their possible impact on human and animal health (E. coli, parasites), food quality (fatty acids) and efficient use of natural resources (increased forage use by ruminants) will be investigated during 'Replace'. Researchers on ruminants, pigs, poultry and fish, where the impact of antibiotic withdrawal is greatest, form the consortiun. After identifying the most promising candidates for each target, a small number of samples will be taken to animal trials. The project will link fragmented research carried out with different animal species across Europe and provide a platform, via consultation with industry, farmers' and consumers' organisations, veterinarians, botanists, agronomists and economists, for the rational production of a new generation of natural feed additives.
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