Farm Animal Welfare

Pig Welfare 2026 Conclusion

A 2026 conclusion for pig welfare advocacy affirms the progress made, the challenges ahead, and the sustained commitment needed for the pigs who depend on our care.

Key Facts

Over 1 billion pigs experience improved welfare compared to a decade ago due to advocacy and policy
Scientific advances have made pig welfare measurable and comparable in ways previously impossible
Consumer awareness and market certification have created real welfare incentives for producers
Policy progress is real but incomplete - implementation gaps remain significant
The welfare science, advocacy networks, and market tools now exist to accelerate progress

Welfare Considerations

2026 represents a moment to affirm: pig welfare is improving, the evidence base is growing, and the movement is stronger than ever. The pigs who depend on our care deserve this commitment - sustained, evidence-based, and hopeful - for however long systemic change requires.

What You Can Do

Renew your commitment to pig welfare advocacy with this 2026 progress as evidence it matters
Support the organisations and science that have created the progress documented in 2026
Share this affirmation of progress and commitment with fellow advocates and newcomers