Farm Animal Welfare

Pig Welfare Success Stories and Progress

Documenting genuine progress in pig welfare provides evidence that improvement is achievable and motivates continued effort.

Key Facts

Sow stall bans across the EU have improved welfare for millions of gestating sows
Outdoor breeding pig populations in the UK have expanded significantly as consumer awareness grew
Tail docking rates in some countries have declined as enrichment provision improved
Research into positive welfare indicators is generating better tools for welfare assessment
Corporate commitments from major food companies have driven supply chain welfare improvements

Welfare Considerations

Progress in pig welfare is real and evidence-based. Documenting genuine improvements provides proof that welfare advances are achievable at scale and sustains the motivation of advocates and industry improvers. Building on what works accelerates further progress.

What You Can Do

Share evidence of pig welfare progress to support advocates and motivate industry
Support organisations documenting and communicating genuine welfare progress
Recognise and reward producers and brands genuinely advancing pig welfare improvements