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Dr. Antonio Velarde: Stress Impact on Meat Quality | Ep. 162
In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Antonio Velarde from IRTA explains how animal welfare at slaughter influences stress, handling, and meat quality in pigs. He highlights transport challenges, stunning methods, and the importance of staff training and facility design. Dr. Velarde also discusses the One Welfare concept, which links animal and human well-being. Listen now on all major platforms!
“Handling practices, facility design, and environmental conditions play a central role in reducing fear and stress, especially when animals are moved through unfamiliar spaces.”…
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