Farm Animal Welfare

Pig Welfare and Global South Capacity

Pig welfare in low and middle-income countries faces different challenges than in high-income markets. Building local capacity for welfare improvement is essential for global welfare progress.

Key Facts

Small-scale pig production in developing countries supports millions of farming households
Welfare standards in LMIC production systems are typically lower than in high-income markets
Local veterinary capacity limits disease prevention and pain management access
Cultural and economic factors shape welfare practices differently than in high-income markets
Capacity building through training and technology transfer can improve welfare globally

Welfare Considerations

Global pig welfare improvement requires context-sensitive capacity building in low and middle-income countries. Effective approaches must be adapted to local conditions and build on existing knowledge and resources.

What You Can Do

Support organisations working on pig welfare capacity building in LMICs
Advocate for international development programmes to include animal welfare components
Learn about pig welfare challenges and opportunities in different global contexts
Support veterinary education programmes in countries with limited capacity