Movements in Animal Welfare and Where the Pork Industry is Headed

摘要

The issue of animal welfare continues to increase in its importance in all sectors of animal agriculture, and in all parts of the world. Legislation and the development of international standards will all have an impact on the Canadian swine industry.Animal welfare research is still in its infancy and basic questions still need to be addressed. More specifically, issues such as sow housing, and management practices which may result in pain, suffering or discomfort are key issues that the swine industry must address in the immediate future.