Farm Animals

Pig Welfare: Tail Necrosis from Biting in Weaners

Pig Welfare: Tail Necrosis from Biting in Weaners - evidence-based welfare information and practical guidance.

Key Facts

Farm animal welfare is governed by legislation, certification, and voluntary standards
The Five Domains model assesses nutrition, environment, health, behaviour, and mental state
Scientific welfare monitoring enables continuous improvement across farming systems
Consumer purchasing decisions provide powerful market signals for welfare improvement
Stockperson skill and compassion is among the most important determinants of welfare

Welfare Considerations

Farm animal welfare requires ongoing attention to both physical and psychological needs. Evidence-based assessment tools allow targeted improvement. The strong alignment between good welfare management and farm economics makes improvement accessible to producers across different systems.

What You Can Do

Choose higher welfare certified products where available
Support organisations working on farm animal welfare policy
Advocate for strong welfare legislation with effective enforcement
Learn about farm animal welfare and share that knowledge