Farm Animals

Farmed Pig Welfare Policy Future: Legislative Priorities

Setting legislative priorities for pig welfare improvement identifies the highest-impact regulatory targets for the next decade.

Key Facts

Farrowing crate phase-out with producer support is the highest-priority legislative welfare reform
CO2 stunning alternatives require regulatory framework to mandate commercial adoption
Tail docking prohibition paired with enrichment mandates would eliminate a routine mutilation
Stocking density and space allowance increases above current minimums would benefit millions of pigs

Welfare Considerations

Legislative reform that changes baseline conditions for all pigs produces welfare benefits that voluntary certification cannot achieve at scale. Priority-setting that identifies the highest-impact regulatory targets enables effective advocacy investment. Policy reform that provides producer support alongside welfare requirements achieves faster implementation.

What You Can Do

Support CIWF and Humane Society legislative campaigns for pig welfare reform
Contact your MP or MEP to advocate for pig welfare legislative priorities
Engage with agricultural policy consultations advocating for science-based welfare standards