Animal Welfair™ (IAWS)
The Welfair™ Animal Welfare certification is a seal based on scientific criteria developed by the Institute for Agrifood Research and Technology (IRTA) and the Neiker technology center. This certificate assesses animal welfare on livestock farms and in slaughterhouses following internationally recognized protocols, such as the Welfare Quality® and AWIN® (Animal Welfare Indicators) methods.
Welfair™ Animal Welfare Certification (IAWS)
About the standard
It is a voluntary certificate that guarantees that farm animals have been raised under optimal welfare conditions, from birth to slaughter. It is based on scientific protocols and aims to improve transparency in animal production, ensuring that meat, dairy, and poultry products meet high standards of quality and animal welfare.
It facilitates access to new markets, improves the perceived quality of the product, and the reduction of animal stress has a positive impact on the quality of meat, milk, and eggs. It also helps comply with national and European regulations on animal welfare and promotes livestock practices that are responsible toward the environment and biodiversity.
The key points of this certification are
This certification applies to cattle and pig farming operations (meat and dairy), poultry (chickens, turkeys, laying hens), sheep and goats (meat and dairy), as well as rabbits and other farm animals. Welfair™ Animal Welfare Certification (IAWS) is a rigorous, science-based standard that evaluates animal welfare throughout the entire production chain. Its adoption not only improves the quality of the final product, but also strengthens consumer trust and opens opportunities in markets that prioritize animal welfare.
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