Review
Veterinary Sciences
Claire Bonnefous, Anne Collin, Laurence A. Guilloteau, Vanessa Guesdon, Christine Filliat, Sophie Rehault-Godbert, T. Bas Rodenburg, Frank A. M. Tuyttens, Laura Warin, Sanna Steenfeldt, Lisa Baldinger, Martina Re, Raffaella Ponzio, Anna Zuliani, Pietro Venezia, Minna Vaere, Patricia Parrott, Keith Walley, Jarkko K. Niemi, Christine Leterrier
Summary: This article explores welfare challenges and solutions in free-range and organic production systems, suggesting methods to improve animals' immune system and treat diseases through nutritional means and preventive methods, as well as the use of phytotherapy and aromatherapy.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Valentina Della Corte, Giovanna Del Gaudio, Fabiana Sepe, Giuliana Nevola
Summary: The study focuses on bibliometric analysis of Kosher meat production in Jewish tradition, emphasizing sustainability and food security. It explores the connection between Kosher meat and production processes, providing practical guidelines for developing tailored strategies.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jingjing Liu, Sghaier Chriki, Moise Kombolo, Matteo Santinello, Sergio Bertelli Pflanzer, Elise Hocquette, Marie-Pierre Ellies-Oury, Jean-Francois Hocquette
Summary: The study investigates the perceptions of ethical and environmental impacts of livestock production among consumer segments in different countries. The results show that socio-demographic factors play a significant role in shaping consumer perception and meat consumption habits. The challenges and solutions related to livestock meat production differ between countries based on social, economic, cultural contexts and dietary habits.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Roi Mandel, Marc B. M. Bracke, Christine J. Nicol, John A. Webster, Lorenz Gygax
Summary: Consumers' concerns about animal welfare may impact their choice of primary protein source. A study revealed that dairy farms have higher welfare risks compared to beef farms, indicating that food products derived from dairy production systems may be more harmful to animal welfare.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Grzegorz Grodkowski, Marcin Golebiewski, Jan Slosarz, Kinga Grodkowska, Piotr Kostusiak, Tomasz Sakowski, Kamila Puppel
Summary: Consumers are increasingly choosing organic farming products because they believe that organic farms do not use pesticides or antibiotics and that animals are provided with the best living conditions. This review discusses the comparison between organic and conventional dairy cattle housing systems in terms of welfare assessment, breed selection, and product quality. It has been shown that cows kept in organic systems usually have better welfare compared to conventional breeding, but conventional farms can also provide better animal welfare through the use of pasture grazing. The taste of milk is affected by pasture feeding, but this depends on consumer preference.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Min Liu, Zhendong Yao, Jing Gu, Chao Li, Xu Huang, Liuting Zhang, Zengyang Huang, Meiqiang Fan
Summary: Hydrogen energy is considered important for low carbon energy and has wide application prospects. The production of hydrogen plays a crucial role in the hydrogen industry chain. The safe and stable acquisition of hydrogen remains a pressing issue, particularly for temporary or portable usage scenarios, due to inadequate infrastructure. This paper systematically investigates the research progress of hydrolytic hydrogen production materials in the past 15 years, categorizing them into four systems based on hydrolysis characteristics. The advantages, disadvantages, and technical bottlenecks of different materials are thoroughly analyzed, and promising candidates are identified for industrialization feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Isabella L. K. Clegg, Rebecca M. Boys, Karen A. Stockin
Summary: Traditional conservation strategy focuses on population-level effects, while the emerging discipline of animal welfare science and societal focus on individual value are prompting changes in conservation practices. Workshop discussions and literature analysis reveal limited research on marine mammal welfare, highlighting the need to explore differences and common themes. Research indicates a need for interdisciplinary collaboration, common language, and practical solutions to integrate welfare principles into marine mammal conservation efforts.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Andrew S. Cooke, Siobhan Mullan, Charlie Morten, Joanna Hockenhull, Phil Le-Grice, Kate Le Cocq, Michael R. F. Lee, Laura M. Cardenas, M. Jordana Rivero
Summary: Animal welfare encompasses all aspects of an animal's life and interactions. This study compared two beef cattle systems and their herds in terms of various indicators. The results showed that providing summer grazing to the cattle seemed to have welfare benefits, including more positive behavior and slightly better health indicators.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
K. Wagner, J. Brinkmann, A. Bergschmidt, C. Renziehausen, S. March
Summary: The study found that organic farms performed better in terms of animal welfare, especially scoring higher in the four Welfare Quality principles such as feeding, housing, health, and behavior. However, there is still room for improvement in organic farms, especially in terms of animal health.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Camelia Munteanu, Vioara Miresan, Camelia Raducu, Andrada Ihut, Paul Uiuiu, Daria Pop, Alexandra Neacsu, Mihai Cenariu, Ioan Groza
Summary: This paper aims to provide an interdisciplinary review of literature on the benefits and risks associated with cultured meat, highlighting its potential as an environmentally friendly and healthy alternative. While some argue that cultured meat could reduce agricultural land usage, pollution, and improve human health, there are debates on whether it can be a sustainable alternative for reducing gas emissions. Further research and a realistic understanding of the technology involved are needed to turn potential effects into tangible results.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Sarah Rhea, Blanca E. Camacho, Carrisa W. Amoriello, Maria Correa, Gregory A. Lewbart, Marilyn Cruz, Alberto Velez, Paulina Castillo, Monique Pairis-Garcia
Summary: In the Galapagos Islands, food animal agriculture is driven by smallholder farms and plays a critical role in food safety and security. Assessments of animal welfare conditions on farms located on Floreana Island identified opportunities for improvement in animal health management and timely euthanasia. Efforts to positively impact smallholder farm livelihoods in the Galapagos Islands will sustainably support animal welfare, environmental health, and food safety.
Review
Food Science & Technology
MustafaM Farouk, Phillip Strydom, Rachael Dean, Nadia Vather, Mike Gcabo, Mohammad Amir
Summary: With the increasing demand for Halal meat, countries rich in wild game and feral animals are encouraged to consider supplying Halal hunted game meat to meet the needs of Halal consumers worldwide.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Kevin Kuruc, Jonathan McFadden
Summary: It is time to consider the inclusion of animal welfare in the cost-benefit evaluations of agricultural policies. This will allow us to take into account the animals who have the most to gain or lose from our choices.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Alison Glen Mactaggart, Clive Julian Christie Phillips
Summary: We investigated the reliability of a welfare index for Thoroughbred racehorse establishments, found relationships between the index scores and horse behavior, and surveyed trainers to understand how well they provided for welfare issues. The index could be used to evaluate and compare welfare standards with further validation.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Monica Guarino Amato, Cesare Castellini
Summary: There is an increasing production trend in organic poultry, but it faces regulatory constraints, consumer concerns, and challenges in terms of nutrition, welfare, health, and sustainability. Adaptability of broilers to organic systems is not only a genotype-environment interaction but also a necessary prerequisite for facing these challenges.