Simple Summary Pain causes behavioral, autonomic and neuroendocrine changes and is a
common cause of animal welfare compromise in farm animals. These recommendations …

The misuse and overuse of antibiotics have resulted in an alarmingly high prevalence of
antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in human and animal bacteria. European monitoring …

This scientific opinion focuses on the welfare of pigs on farm, and is based on literature and
expert opinion. All pig categories were assessed: gilts and dry sows, farrowing and lactating …

Tail biting is an abnormal behaviour that causes stress, injury and pain. Given the critical
role of the gut-microbiota in the development of behavioural problems in humans and …

Recently, interest in animal welfare has steadily increased, driven by a growing focus on
environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. This trend aligns with the Sustainable …

Simple Summary Quantifying antimicrobial use (AMU) in livestock using dose-based
methods is useful for identifying potential risk factors related to AMU and to promote …

Environmental enrichment for pigs is a popular research topic and has profound practical
implications for pig welfare. However, there is a common misconception that just adding …

Simple Summary The welfare of piglets is a major concern for the pig industry. Despite a
large body of knowledge regarding piglets welfare, only a few specific protocols to assess …

Ante-and post-mortem inspections of food-producing animals at slaughter are mandatory
activities carried out in many countries to ensure public health, animal health, and meat …

Tail biting, as well as ear and flank biting, remain persistent production, health, and welfare
concerns in the pig industry globally. These unwanted biting behaviors are difficult to solve …