Ann. Méd. Vét., 2002, 146 (1), pp 39 - 42 Welfare implications of pigs buildings design : legal aspectsNICKS B., LAITAT M., VANDENHEEDE M.Abstract :
A new directive laying down standards for the protection of pigs was published in the Official Journal of the European Communities (directive 2001/88/CE ; OJC 1 Decembre 2001). This directive is amending directive 91/630/CEE entered into force in Belgium in 1994. The three main topics refer to : the characteristics of the flooring surfaces, pregnant sows housing and the feeding systems. This paper details and discusses these topics and other points involving modifications of pig housing and management. Get the PDF Contact person : Baudouin.Nicks@ulg.ac.be |