Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
“Animal welfare is gaining increased
recognition as an important element of
commercial livestock operations around
the world. . . . Animal welfare is just as
important to humans for reasons of food
security and nutrition. Better management
of and care for livestock can improve
productivity and food quality, thereby
helping to address nutritional deficiencies
and food shortages as well as ensuring food
safety.”
31
—International Finance Corporation of the World
Bank's
Animal Welfare in Livestock Operations
Good Practice Note
