New report tracks progress in responsible pig farming
The U.S. pork industry is releasing its first-ever farming responsibility report: 2012 Pork Industry Progress Report, Responsible Farming. Our Heritage. Our Future. The 36-page report details the evolution of modern pig farming over generations and tracks advancements that have been made in vital areas such as food safety, animal well-being, environmental stewardship and worker safety.
Highlights from the report include research showing reductions in environmental impacts over decades, an assessment of animal housing options, guidelines for responsible antibiotic usage, statistics quantifying farm worker participation in certification programs and perspectives of leading industry experts.