Farm Animals

Pig Welfare Celebration and Hope 2026

Recognizing achievements in pig welfare advocacy in 2026 and building on them for continued progress.

Key Facts

Corporate welfare commitments covering millions of pigs have been secured through sustained advocacy
Welfare science has delivered new tools for pain recognition and positive welfare assessment
Consumer engagement with pig welfare continues to grow in high-income markets
Youth-led advocacy is bringing fresh energy and perspectives to welfare campaigns
International welfare collaboration is enabling knowledge transfer to major producing countries

Welfare Considerations

Celebrating progress in pig welfare serves both to recognize genuine achievements and to demonstrate that advocacy works. The momentum built through past successes can fuel future ambitions. Hope is not naive in animal welfare advocacy - it is an evidence-based position.

What You Can Do

Celebrate welfare progress to sustain motivation and recruit new advocates
Share stories of welfare improvement to build a culture of positive change
Maintain long-term commitment to pig welfare as a generational project