Research confirms that higher welfare pig systems frequently have lower carbon footprints per unit protein challenging the assumption that welfare and sustainability conflict.
Key Facts
Evidence-based research supports welfare improvements in pig farming climate alignment
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
Welfare and climate goals align more than conflict in pig production.
What You Can Do
Support welfare-positive farming as climate-smart approach
Raise awareness of welfare-climate alignment
Advocate for policies rewarding welfare and sustainability together
Choose products from farms demonstrating both welfare and climate credentials