The investigation focused particularly on the following:
- Work processes,
- the additional working time required due to the use of straw as well as
- the impact on job satisfaction in animal welfare barns of the TW 60 and TW 100 programs.
more daily labor compared to conventional systems , but this highly dependent on the level of technical equipment and automation. Farms with automated bedding and manure removal systems report significantly lower working hours. Despite the increased labor requirements, higher job satisfaction and a more positive public perception of animal welfare farming reported, provided it economically viable .
The work written by Irene Mösenbacher-Molterer (Institute for Animal, Technology and Environment) provides a sound basis for agricultural education and consulting work and underlines the importance of practice-oriented concepts to support farms in getting started with animal welfare-friendly pig farming.
We warmly congratulate Irene Mösenbacher-Molterer on completing her studies, thank her for her valuable work, and wish her continued success! For further information, please feel free to contact the author directly.
