I am passionate about the English pig industry, which some
people find surprising given that I come from a non-farming background and a
different country! (Katja hails originally from Holland: Ed)
Still, I think the English industry is progressive and
dedicated and one way in which that shows is in Real Welfare. I know, it’s had
a shaky introduction (believe me – I know!), but no progress is made
without setbacks. No other pig-industry in the world has done something like
this, so give yourselves a well-deserved pat on the back. But let’s not be
complacent. Real Welfare is only useful if you act on it. Don’t just see it as
a tick-box exercise, but review and discuss it. A high score I’m sure is unlikely
to come as a surprise – you would have noticed a tail-biting outbreak or a disease
associated with lameness and chances are you are already doing something about
that. But a consistent medium score suggests there is room for improvement. It
is here that the real value lies.
Have you started analysing your Real Welfare results with
your vet? Please let me know how they have helped identify potential problems
in the early stages.
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