Farm Animals

Pig Genomics Welfare Traits

Genomic selection is being used to identify pigs with genetic markers for leg quality, litter viability, and disease resistance.

Key Facts

Evidence-based research supports welfare improvements in pig genomics welfare traits
Millions of animals benefit from better farm animals welfare practices
Individual actions and policy change both drive welfare improvements
Science, advocacy, and consumer choice are all important levers for change
Progress is achievable and measurable across this welfare domain

Welfare Considerations

Genomic selection for welfare traits improves baseline welfare across pig populations.

What You Can Do

Support breeding companies selecting for welfare traits
Advocate for welfare trait inclusion in breeding programmes
Raise awareness of genomics as welfare tool
Support research into welfare trait genomic markers