The FDA has changed the laws regarding antibiotics used on livestock/consumption animals.  Some of these antibiotics have always been availbe over-the-counter (OTC).  Starting in June they were no longer available OTC and all of them had to be prescribed by veterinarian.  This presented a logistical challenge and many questions from livestock producers of all kinds (cattle, sheep, goats, hogs, etc.).  The purpose of this program was to utilize local veterinarians and educate livestock producers on the new laws going into effect, how this would affect their operations, and what changes they needed to make going forward in order to be compliant and have minimal impact on the health of their animals.  Livestock pharmaceutical companies partnered with us and sponsored the program for the evening.  There were over 65 livestock producers from Fayette and Woodford counties in attendance.