Long Distance Transport and Welfare of Farm Animals (Cabi)

Long-distance transport can cause both physical and mental problems in animals and promoting animal welfare will be beneficial to both the animals and the agricultural and processing industries. In conjunction with the World Society for the Protection of Animals, this volume brings together studies from well-known animal scientists and researchers to reviews the implications and necessity of long-distance animal transport for slaughter. Authoritative reports on regional practices are combines with discussions of the science, economics, legislation and procedures involved in this practice. Around 60 billion animals are bred for food each year worldwide and more than a billion are transported, often over long distances, every week. However, awareness and understanding of animal welfare, the factors that affect it and the correlation between welfare and other issues such as food safety and quality are increasing. Long distance transport can cause both physical and mental problems in animals and promoting animal welfare will be beneficial to both the animals and the agricultural and processing industries. In conjunction with a global coalition of NGOs working on animal transport and welfare, this volume brings together studies from well-known animal scientists and researchers to review the implications and necessity of long distance animal transport for slaughter. Authoritative reports on regional practices are combined with discussions of the science, economics, legislation and procedures involved in this practice. This review will be essential for researchers and professional within animal production and welfare as well as veterinary science.--COVER Science of animal welfare Economic aspects Physiology and disease Meat quality Enforcement of transportation regulations: the EU as case study The welfare of livestock during sea transport The welfare of livestock during road transport Africa North America South America Asia Australia and New Zealand Europe Middle East. Brings together studies from several animal scientists and researchers to review the implications and necessity of long distance animal transport for slaughter. This title combines reports on regional practices with discussions of the science, economics, legislation and procedures involved in this practice.