Bovine mastitis and antimicrobial resistance in Pakistan’s dairy sector: current status and future prospects

Nauman Zaheer Ghumman; Mieghan Bruce; Amanda Duarte Barbosa; Muhammad Ijaz; Jiaxin Peng; Jully Gogoi-Tiwari

doi:10.1007/s11259-025-10951-1

Back

Bovine mastitis and antimicrobial resistance in Pakistan’s dairy sector: current status and future prospects

Journal article

Open access

Peer reviewed

Bovine mastitis and antimicrobial resistance in Pakistan’s dairy sector: current status and future prospects

Nauman Zaheer Ghumman, Mieghan Bruce, Amanda Duarte Barbosa, Muhammad Ijaz, Jiaxin Peng and Jully Gogoi-Tiwari

Veterinary research communications, Vol.50(1), 31

2025

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11259-025-10951-1

PMID: 41219618

Files and links (1)

pdf

Published2.29 MBDownload View

CC BY V4.0, Open Access

Abstract

Biomedical and Life Sciences

Life Sciences

Review

Veterinary Medicine/Veterinary Science

Zoology

Bovine mastitis remains one of the most widespread and economically significant diseases affecting the dairy sector in Pakistan. Despite being a leading global milk producer, Pakistan’s dairy industry faces persistent challenges in controlling mastitis, particularly among smallholder farmers with limited access to veterinary care and diagnostic tools. Antibiotics are frequently used to manage mastitis, often without veterinary oversight, contributing to the growing concern of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The widespread presence of Staphylococcus aureus , a biofilm-forming pathogen, further complicates treatment and accelerates resistance development. Pakistan has initiated efforts to address AMR through national action plans. However, gaps remain in surveillance, responsible antibiotic use, and access to affordable alternatives. This review examines the current landscape of bovine mastitis in Pakistan, including its epidemiology, economic impact, therapeutic practices, and AMR trends. It also outlines practical, low-cost recommendations for improving mastitis management and reducing inappropriate use of antibiotics, particularly in rural settings. Addressing these interconnected challenges through locally adapted, sustainable approaches is essential for improving animal health, milk safety, and long-term productivity in Pakistan’s dairy sector, whilst addressing the global challenge of AMR.

Details

Title: Bovine mastitis and antimicrobial resistance in Pakistan’s dairy sector: current status and future prospects
Authors/Creators: Nauman Zaheer Ghumman - School of Veterinary Medicine, College of Environmental and Life Sciences, Murdoch University
Mieghan Bruce - Murdoch University, Centre for Biosecurity and One Health
Amanda Duarte Barbosa - Murdoch University, Centre for Biosecurity and One Health
Muhammad Ijaz - University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
Jiaxin Peng - School of Veterinary Medicine, College of Environmental and Life Sciences, Murdoch University
Jully Gogoi-Tiwari - Murdoch University, School of Veterinary Medicine
Publication Details: Veterinary research communications, Vol.50(1), 31
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Number of pages: 23
Identifiers: 991005830350007891
Murdoch Affiliation: Centre for Biosecurity and One Health; School of Veterinary Medicine
Language: English
Resource Type: Journal article

UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

This output has contributed to the advancement of the following goals:

#12 Responsible Consumption & Production

Metrics

1 File views/ downloads

13 Record Views

1 Times Cited - Web of Science

InCites Highlights

These are selected metrics from InCites Benchmarking & Analytics tool, related to this output

Collaboration types: Domestic collaboration; International collaboration
Citation topics: 3 Agriculture, Environment & Ecology; 3.51 Dairy & Animal Sciences; 3.51.1365 Mastitis
Web Of Science research areas: Veterinary Sciences
ESI research areas: Plant & Animal Science