Why farm animals matter
The world is facing major challenges and livestock production and consumption are key to addressing our global sustainability issues.
A billion of the world’s poorest people rely on animals for food, income, transport, social status and financial security. The livestock production sector alone employs 1.3 billion people worldwide.
Working towards a fair deal for animals
A food and agriculture system is only sustainable if it provides sufficient, accessible and healthy food, while treating animals, people and the environment with respect.WSPA believes that farming solutions to these pressing challenges can be both sustainable and humane.
Learn more about the role of farm animal welfare in our resource pages
Farm animal welfare and food security
Increased food supply and intensive livestock production can result in poor animal welfare – and does not always improve food security.
Farm animal welfare and the economy, jobs and livelihoods
Farms with good animal welfare benefits producers, food businesses and consumers – creating more sustainable food systems.
Farm animal welfare and the environment, water and climate
Good animal welfare in livestock production can reduce the environmental impact and demand on our resources.
Farm animal welfare case studies
Discover livestock producers all over the world who are farming in humane, sustainable – and financially viable ways.
Farming - strategic policies
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