During a recent IPWA meeting, we heard that animal welfare and sustainability go hand-in-hand. Improving the lives of poultry results in the use of fewer resources, making for a more sustainable industry overall. We also discovered that implementing optimal poultry lighting systems can have a positive impact on both animal welfare and sustainability. By using efficient LEDs with optimal light distribution, energy input can be reduced, and feed conversion can improve, resulting in lower environmental impacts.
Another important takeaway from IPWA is the need for outcome-based welfare indicators. These indicators focus on measuring actual welfare outcomes for birds, rather than production practices alone. By focusing on outcomes, the industry can better ensure that birds are living healthy and fulfilling lives.
Finally, communication and education play a critical role in improving poultry welfare. IPWA recognizes the importance of building trust between supply chain partners and providing educational resources to help everyone in the industry understand the importance of animal welfare. By fostering open communication and providing access to training modules and poultry welfare guides, IPWA is helping to build a more informed and compassionate industry.
Our key takeaways from IPWA include the importance of sustainability and animal welfare, the benefits of optimal lighting systems, the need for outcome-based welfare indicators, and the critical role of communication and education in building a more compassionate industry.
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