The Costs of Production in Systems Which Differ in Their Perceived Effects on Animal Welfare. 1. Eggs and Broilers

1997 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 165-171
Author(s):  
John Hill ◽  
Carol Asby ◽  
Ian Sturgess
Keyword(s):  
Animal Welfare ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Free Range ◽  
Broiler Production ◽  
Perceived Effects ◽  
Costs Of Production ◽  
Using Data ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Equipment Costs

This paper considers what animal welfare is and the importance of animal welfare to the consumer. It also considers how different production systems are perceived in terms of kindness to animals, and outlines a method of assessing the costs of animal welfare by analysing the costs of intensive egg and broiler production and comparing them with costs of free-range production by using data from the UK. The extra costs associated with free-range production are due to higher labour, feed, building and equipment costs.

scholarly journals Comparison of Chinese Broiler Production Systems in Economic Performance and Animal Welfare

Animals ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 491
Author(s):  
Qichang Chen ◽  
Helmut W. Saatkamp ◽  
Jan Cortenbach ◽  
Weidong Jin
Keyword(s):  
Animal Welfare ◽  
Economic Benefit ◽  
Deterministic Model ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
High Standard ◽  
Quality Model ◽  
Cage System ◽  
Broiler Production ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
Welfare Quality

Both proper animal welfare and economic benefit are important to the broiler industry, so it is better to consider these two factors together. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between economic benefit and animal welfare in different production systems of white-feathered broilers in China. Based on the Welfare Quality Assessment (WQA) protocol for poultry, the authors compared and evaluated the results of the Welfare Quality model (WQM) and the deterministic model. The present study conducted welfare evaluations and investigations on 66 broiler chicken flocks on 52 farms in China. These flocks included three types: the net floor system (NFS), the normal cage system (NCS), and the high standard cage system (HCS). In terms of economy, the results were in line with high economic input, high output, and high profit. In terms of animal welfare assessment, the authors calculated the welfare scores per measure and the attributional WQ scores and WQ index scores of each production systems. The results showed that nine welfare measures from four welfare criteria presented different trends in the three production systems. WQ index scores were 778.24 ± 29.45, 691.09 ± 32.97, and 669.82 ± 22.79, respectively. According to Chow test results, significant differences were found between WQ index scores and total cost and profit (all p < 0.01). In conclusion, with the development of white-feathered broiler production in China, from the conventional system to the latest system, both cost and economic profit have been increased, but the welfare score has been decreased.

A comparison of breeds for UK veal production

1996 ◽  
Vol 1996 ◽  
pp. 129-129 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. G. Chapple ◽  
M. H. Davies ◽  
N. Pickard
Keyword(s):  
Animal Welfare ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Production And Consumption ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Live Export

The export of live calves to be reared for veal in Continental Europe has raised animal welfare issues for calves transported over long distances for finishing in continental production systems which use veal-crates. Veal production systems which are designed to be welfare-friendly, and do not involve the live export of calves from the UK could help to resolve current consumer objections, and also stimulate an increase in domestic veal production and consumption.To compare the performance and suitability for veal production of three breeds of heifer calves, when reared in the UK on a welfare-friendly veal system.

scholarly journals Are Consumers’ Egg Preferences Influenced by Animal-Welfare Conditions and Environmental Impacts?

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (22) ◽  
pp. 6218 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rahmani ◽  
Kallas ◽  
Pappa ◽  
Gil
Keyword(s):  
Animal Welfare ◽  
Water Use ◽  
Egg Production ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Ghg Emissions ◽  
Random Parameter ◽  
Heterogeneous Preferences ◽  
Market Prices ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Free Range

We conducted a labelled discrete choice experiment (DCE) to assess consumers’ preferences and willingness to pay (WTP) for fresh hens’ eggs produced via different production systems (caged, barn, free range, or organic). We estimated purchase intentions and WTP for different possible reductions (0%, 10%, 20%, and 30%) of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and water use in the egg production systems. Data were collected using an online open-ended questionnaire completed by a representative sample of 1045 Spanish egg consumers. The results of a random parameter logit (RPL) model showed heterogeneous preferences for different types of eggs with higher marginal utility and WTP for a production system ensuring higher animal welfare level, such as free-range eggs. However, consumers showed a lower preference for organic eggs at the actual market prices since they were unwilling to pay for this category of eggs. Moreover, there were positive marginal WTPs for reductions in GHG emissions and water use, but only for significant reductions (20% or 30%) with respect to the current situation. Potential buyers for free-range eggs were identified to be persons under 40 years old, persons with a monthly income of more than €1500, and persons who were pro-environment. Our findings provide producers, sellers and policy makers with useful information that may guide them in the development of successful communication and pricing strategies.

Food Safety in Free-Range and Organic Livestock Systems: Risk Management and Responsibility

2009 ◽  
Vol 72 (12) ◽  
pp. 2629-2637 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. KIJLSTRA ◽  
B. G. MEERBURG ◽  
A. P. BOS
Keyword(s):  
Food Safety ◽  
Animal Welfare ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Animal Health ◽  
Animal Production ◽  
Western World ◽  
Parasitic Infections ◽  
Free Range ◽  
Safety Risks ◽  
Animal Production Systems

Animal production systems that offer outdoor access to the animals have become increasingly popular in the Western world due to the growing general discontent of consumers with conventional bioindustrial farming practices. These open production systems offer improved animal welfare but may create new problems for animal health, resulting in increased food safety risks from bacterial, viral, or parasitic infections or environmental contaminants. Examples of these new problems include increased Toxoplasma gondii infections in pigs and high dioxin levels in eggs from free-range hens. In this review, the relation between positive and negative points of free-range and organic livestock production systems is discussed with reference to production in The Netherlands. We investigated how proponents of more animal welfare friendly systems deal with potential negative issues in public and whether any risk communication is used. Generally, we found that the existence of a dilemma is disputed or avoided in communication with the consumer. This avoidance could be detrimental for public trust in alternative animal production systems, should problems occur. To prevent future problems, it will be necessary to communicate about the relevant types and sources of the food safety risks to the consumers. The responsibility for protecting food safety should be properly divided among the various parties involved: producers, processors, governments, nongovernmental organizations, and consumers.

Relationships between Knowledge of Chicken Production Systems and Advocacy by Animal Protection Workers

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-92 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tara Ross ◽  
Clive J.C. Phillips
Keyword(s):  
Animal Welfare ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Animal Production ◽  
Chicken Meat ◽  
Farmers Markets ◽  
Social Setting ◽  
Purchasing Behavior ◽  
Animal Protection ◽  
Free Range ◽  
High Welfare

Abstract Animal protection organizations expect their staff to understand and support high welfare standards in animal production. Relationships between Australian animal protection organization workers’ knowledge of chicken production systems, purchasing behavior, and opinion-leading behavior were investigated. Forty-five percent of knowledge questions were answered correctly. Knowledge was mostly gained from animal protection organizations and online literature. Knowledgeable respondents were more critical of both conventional and free range/organic chicken systems and were more likely to avoid eating chicken meat, but not eggs. They were more likely to approach those responsible, in government or industry, about welfare issues and were more likely to discuss animal welfare issues at work and in a social setting. They were also more likely to ask questions about animal welfare standards of food provided at butchers, farmers’ markets, social meals, and restaurants/cafés. Therefore, knowledge was linked to advocacy for improved animal welfare by animal protection organization workers.

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