Welfare Science

Farmed Pig Welfare Ecosystem

A systems perspective on pig welfare recognises that improvement requires aligned action from farmers, retailers, government, researchers, and consumers.

Key Facts

No single actor can transform pig welfare alone
Retailers set standards that farmers must meet to access markets
Government regulations establish minimum standards
Researchers generate evidence informing standards and practices
Consumers signal demand influencing what producers invest in

Welfare Considerations

Pig welfare improvement is a collective action problem requiring coordinated effort across the food system. When farmers, retailers, government, researchers, and consumers are aligned around welfare goals, rapid progress is possible.

What You Can Do

Engage across your spheres of influence on pig welfare
Support organisations working at different points in the welfare ecosystem
Advocate for systemic approaches to welfare improvement