Farm Animals

Pig Euthanasia Welfare Standards

New guidance on on-farm pig euthanasia is addressing welfare of animals that cannot be transported with practical training programmes.

Key Facts

Evidence-based research supports welfare improvements in pig euthanasia welfare standards
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

Humane on-farm euthanasia prevents transport suffering for animals unable to travel.

What You Can Do

Train all farm staff in humane euthanasia methods
Implement no-delay euthanasia for animals unable to travel
Work with your vet on farm-specific euthanasia protocols
Support training access for all pig farm workers