New rules for organic production
The approval by the Council of the text of the Regulation allows existing and potential organic producers to plan with confidence and certainty on the basis of new rules.
Swine news - Management
United Kingdom: record in organic pig numbers
The number of pigs rea red organically saw the largest proportional increase.
Mexico: improvement of animal welfare in slaughterhouses
SENASICA trained personnel from municipal slaughterhouses on Animal Welfare and Good Husbandry Practices.
Denmark: not reduction in the total percentage of tail-docked pigs
The objective of the audit was to evaluate the suitability and effectiveness of the measures in place to prevent tail-biting and to avoid routine tail-docking of pigs.
UK: Ban on live animal exports for slaughter explored by government
The Environment Secretary has launched a call for evidence for a potential ban on the live export of animals for slaughter once the UK leaves the EU.
Results of the animal welfare study in Italian abattoirs
The comparison between countries shows that the assessed Italian abattoirs can guarantee a satisfactory level of animal welfare.
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France will implement a more ambitious animal welfare policy
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food intends to implement a more ambitious animal welfare policy. Some of the measures are already included in the bill that will be discussed in the Parliament.
Success of the animal welfare meat labelling in Denmark
Many Danes know the animal welfare labelling of pork products. This greater knowledge can help to encourage animal welfare.
USDA withdraws the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices
After careful review and two rounds of public comment, USDA has determined that the rule exceeds the Department’s statutory authority.
EU: Public consultation on draft guidance on stunning methods
EFSA is seeking feedback on its draft guidance to assist applications for new or modified stunning methods to be used at slaughter.
EU Reference Centre for Animal Welfare
After the establishment of the EU Platform on Animal Welfare in 2017 this represents another milestone in the development of high EU animal welfare standards.
Pig producers urged to enter 2018 EU PiG Grand Prix
The 2018 European Pig Innovation Group (EU PiG) Grand Prix is open for entries until 28 February 2018.
United Kingdom: Animal welfare strengthened by new codes for pigs
Welfare codes for pigs, laying hens, and meat chickens are being updated as part of a programme of reforms to safeguard and enhance the welfare of animals.
Auditors publish background paper on EU animal welfare measures
The European Court of Auditors is currently examining whether action by the European Commission and the Member States has made an effective contribution to achieving the EU's animal welfare objectives.
Brazil: New projects on animal welfare
The MAPA will hire specialists and technical teams with the aim of raising awareness on and training in animal welfare in the farming field.
Denmark: better welfare control on pig farms
The results regarding animal welfare on pig farms in 2016 have been unsatisfactory.
High-tech camera helps protect sows and piglets
Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and collaborators are using 3-D imaging to protect newborn piglets by monitoring adult female pigs' behavior.
EU: GHG livestock emissions in 2030
The livestock sector will contribute directly to 72% of the non-CO2 GHG emissions of agriculture in 2030.
UK: bill to strengthen animal welfare
New law will ensure animal abusers are jailed for up to 5 years and animal sentience is reflected in UK law.
United Kingdom: New farming rules for water
New rules will be introduced which will save farmers money whilst also better protecting the water environment.
FAO: New online tool to better safeguard animal genetic resources launched
A new FAO database launched today will help countries to better monitor, survey and effectively manage their animal genetic resources, allowing for early warning of the threat of extinction.
EU: how to avoid tail docking
Tail biting is a sign of stress, and it is normally caused by environmental factors and due to inappropriate management practices regarding several factors.
Germany: Animal Welfare Initiative
In Germany, as of 2018, more than 23% of the fattening pigs will come from farms that participate in the Animal Welfare Initiative.
CCTV to be introduced in all slaughterhouses in England in 2018
CCTV recording will become mandatory in all slaughterhouses in England next year, Environment Secretary Michael Gove has confirmed.
Water medication calculator
Simulator that calculates the amount of drug to add to the water when using a flow dispenser.
