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FARAD is a national, USDA-sponsored, cooperative project, with a primary mission to prevent or mitigate illegal residues of drugs, pesticides and other chemicals in foods of animal origin.

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You may still call us at 1-888-USFARAD (1-888-873-2723)
   
ClickMe button to search VetGRAM (Veterinarian's Guide to Residue Avoidance Management)
   
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ClickMe button to read the FDA Final Rule that bans certain extra-label uses of cephalosporin antimicrobial drugs in cattle, swine, chicken and turkey effective April 5, 2012.
   
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