Sustainable Food Value Chains Knowledge Platform

Creación de Capacidad para la Implementación de Buenas Prácticas de Bienestar Animal

2009

The welfare of humans and the welfare of animals are closely linked. In many regions, a secure supply of food for people depends on the health and productivity of animals, and these in turn depend on the care and nutrition that animals receive. Many diseases of humans are derived from animals, and the prevention of these animal diseases is important for safeguarding human health.

Countries: Non-country specific
Commodities: Non-Commodity specific
Topics: Animal welfare
Personal author: D. Fraser, R.M. Kharb, C. McCrindle, J. Mench, M. Paranhos da Costa, K. Promchan, A. Sundrum, P. Thornber, P. Whittington, W. Song
Publisher: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Type: Discussion
Format: Document
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