Long distance transport and welfare of farm animals [Elektronisk resurs] / edited by Appleby, M.C. ..

• Science of animal welfare -- Economic aspects -- Physiology of disease -- Meat quality -- Enforcement of transportation regulations: the EU as case study -- The welfare of livestock during sea transport -- The welfare of livestock during road transport -- Africa -- North America -- South America -- Asia -- Australia and New Zealand -- Europe -- Middle East.

• The book is a compilation of articles on the effect of animal transport on the food safety and quality, health and welfare of livestock animals for agricultural and processing industry. The implication of long distance transport of animals for slaughter is highlighted. Topics discussed are: science of animal welfare; economics; physiology of diseases; legislation; meat quality; enforcement of transportation regulation; and welfare of livestock during sea and road transport with emphasis on countries such as Africa, North America, South America, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Middle East. This book is intended for researchers, students, veterinarians, animal scientists, livestock producers, and policy makers. 

Ämnesord

Animal welfare  (LCSH)

Livestock  -- Transportation (LCSH)

Klassifikation

SF89 (LCC)

636.08/3 (DDC)

Qdf (kssb/8 (machine generated))