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What is FARAD?

April 26, 2017farad

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What is FARAD?

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For over 25 years, the Food Animal Residue Avoidance Databank (FARAD), located at three universities around the country, is the primary source of scientifically based recommendations regarding safe withdrawal intervals after extra-label drug use. Also, FARAD also is the primary source of residue mitigation information, which is needed when food animals are exposed to environmental contaminants. It’s used by veterinarians, farmers, producers and others to help ensure that our food supply is safe to eat. FARAD has been operating without federal appropriations since FY2007. There is only enough federal funding to last through the end of September 2008. Without permanent multi-year funding ($2.5M/yr for 3-5 years), FARAD will be forced to discontinue all activities at that time. The AVMA is seeking a permanent solution to this funding crisis, to ensure that FARAD will remain a viable program in the future.