Page 4 of articles about behaviour-welfare

Effects over time of different types of sounds on gestating sows’ behavior

Frequent emission of short sounds can reduce time spent sleeping and cause behavior changes. However, gestating sows can habituate to the sound stimuli and return to normal behavior.

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The Netherlands seeks to ban use of electric prods in livestock

The aim is to prevent animal abuse. In practice, electroshock equipment is used too often and not according to the rules.

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UWRF’s Humane Handling Institute secures $1 million gift from Rosen Family Foundation, Inc.

Investment endorses institute’s innovative, impactful animal welfare initiatives.

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Impact of enrichment and repeated mixing on resilience in pigs

Enrichment did not enhance the speed of recovery from challenges in pigs, although there were indications of reduced stress

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The pigs are aways up to something...

You can never let your guard down on the farm. When you get distracted, things get complicated...

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EESC issues an opinion on animal transport

The European Economic and Social Committee has issued an opinion on the proposal for an EP and Council regulation on the protection of animals during transport.

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UK: Export of live animals banned

The legislation delivers on a key manifesto commitment to ban the export of live animals including cattle, sheep, and pigs for slaughter and fattening from Great Britain.

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Germany approves amendment to the Animal Protection Act

The amendment of the Animal Protection Act will include legal and enforcement changes in the area of animal welfare.

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Welfare and performance of sows and piglets in farrowing pens with temporary crating system

Results suggested that farrowing pens with temporary crating facilitated mother-young interactions and showed a higher crushing rate.

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EuroTier 2024 - platform for innovations

Several DLG innovation award schemes for concept and development achievements in animal husbandry technology.

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The beneficial effects of providing prepartum sows with nesting materials

The provision of nesting material to sows prior to farrowing can increase sow maternal care traits and piglet performance.

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Meat Institute updates animal handling guidelines and audit

The Meat Institute has updated its Animal Handling Guidelines and Animal Welfare Audit to include scores for each criterion.

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France is developing welfare labeling for products of animal origin

The implementation of this proposal would harmonize current and future labeling.

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Farmex: Pig and poultry collaboration improves management through enhanced data use

Barn Report Pro and Optifarm app collaboration will ensure easier access and tactical use of data.

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Lidl invests half a billion into British pork sector

Lidl announces £500m investment into British pork sector following £14 m injection in 2022, doubling down on its 100% everyday fresh British pork commitment.

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