Welfare Science

Farmed Pig Welfare: Knowledge Sharing for Global Impact

Knowledge sharing about effective pig welfare approaches enables global welfare improvement beyond national boundaries.

Key Facts

Open access welfare science publication enables global uptake of research findings
International welfare conferences create knowledge networks that transfer best practices
Digital platforms enable welfare knowledge sharing between producers across national boundaries
Translation of welfare guidance into multiple languages dramatically increases global accessibility

Welfare Considerations

Pig welfare improvement is a global challenge requiring global knowledge sharing. Research conducted in European farms has welfare implications for Chinese, Brazilian, and Southeast Asian production. Open access publication, international networks, and translated guidance enable welfare knowledge to travel where it is needed most.

What You Can Do

Advocate for open access publication requirements for publicly funded welfare research
Support international welfare conference participation by researchers from lower-income countries
Share welfare resources widely and encourage translation for maximum global accessibility