Exporting Livestock

Background Briefing · Oct 13, 2007 · 49m

Conditions have improved for the cattle, sheep, and goats Australia sends overseas for slaughter in other countries, but animal welfare groups have continued to keep a close eye on shipments. Recent FOI documents reveal more disturbing facts about the deaths and distress of animals on long journeys. Meanwhile halal abattoirs in Australia are booming, and can't fulfil the demand from Islamic countries for processed halal meat. Reporter: Erica Vowles.