Farm Animal Welfare

Cattle Welfare Climate Adaptation Policy

Climate change is transforming cattle welfare challenges globally, requiring policy responses that anticipate rather than react to emerging problems.

Key Facts

Heat stress from climate change is already reducing dairy cattle welfare across southern Europe
Emerging parasites from climate shifts are bringing new disease challenges northward
Drought is increasing livestock welfare emergency frequency in previously stable regions
Climate-smart livestock systems can maintain welfare while reducing emissions
Some countries are integrating climate adaptation into livestock welfare policy frameworks

Welfare Considerations

Climate change is not a future welfare concern for cattle - it is an active welfare crisis in many regions and a growing threat everywhere. Policy that anticipates and prepares for climate welfare impacts protects billions of animals.

What You Can Do

Support climate-smart livestock farming initiatives that address welfare alongside emissions
Advocate for climate resilience funding that includes animal welfare provisions
Learn about the welfare implications of climate change for livestock globally