Farm Animals

Pig Welfare and 2050 Vision

A vision for pig welfare in 2050 - what could be achieved for the billions of pigs farmed globally with sustained progress.

Key Facts

By 2050, global pig production could use 50% less land if alternative proteins displace some pork demand
Welfare certification could cover 50% of global pig production if current growth trends continue
Gene editing may eliminate painful conditions like tail biting susceptibility by 2050
Precision fermentation and cultivated pork could provide welfare-free alternatives at scale
A child born today will see the welfare standard of 2050 - what will they inherit?

Welfare Considerations

The 2050 vision for pig welfare is achievable through sustained advocacy, technology, and consumer change. Every action taken today shapes that future.

What You Can Do

Take a long-term view in your welfare advocacy and commitments
Support the technologies and policies that will drive 2050 welfare outcomes
Share your vision for animal welfare with others to build shared motivation