A new program is being introduced to help address a shortage of specialized veterinary care. This shortage is particularly pronounced in rural areas and the food-animal agriculture sector. The American Veterinary Medical Association has noted a decline in the percentage of clinical veterinarians dedicated to food-animal practice.

The program is the result of a five-year agreement between two institutions. It aims to create a pathway for students interested in this field. Further details about the program and its goals are available from the source.

The initiative comes as the need for such care continues to grow, with relatively few veterinarians specializing in this area.