Welfare Science

Farmed Pig Welfare: Movement Milestones and Progress

The farm animal welfare movement's growth and progress over decades demonstrates the power of sustained advocacy.

Key Facts

The first UK farm animal welfare codes were published in 1964 following the Brambell Report
EU animal welfare legislation now covers 400 million farm animals across 27 countries
Corporate campaign commitments since 2010 affect over 2 billion animals annually in supply chains
Public awareness of farm animal welfare has grown from marginal to mainstream in developed countries

Welfare Considerations

The farm animal welfare movement has achieved remarkable progress from regulatory foundations established in the 1960s to global corporate commitments today. Progress has been faster than pessimists predicted and slower than the animals need. Celebrating milestones while maintaining momentum sustains the energy needed for the remaining journey.

What You Can Do

Learn the history of the farm animal welfare movement and share its successes
Support organisations with long track records of welfare progress alongside newer campaigners
Engage as a citizen advocate building the political will for continued welfare improvement