Farmed animals

SPCA Certified covers two of the three pig farming systems in NZ, free-range and free-farmed systems, ensuring welfare improvements for the pigs under the programme.

SPCA Certified improves pig welfare by holding producers to higher standards of animal welfare than the minimum required by law including prohibiting the use of sow stalls and crates.

SPCA Certified improves dairy cattle welfare by holding producers to higher standards than the minimum required by law.

SPCA Certified improves the welfare of sheep farmed for wool and meat by holding producers to higher standards than the minimum required by law.

Antimicrobial resistance has a huge impact on human and animal health. Antimicrobial stewardship can help to reduce the incidence and development of antimicrobial resistance through appropriate use of antimicrobials and animal management practices that reduce the risk of animals becoming sick.

The use of pain relief - in its various forms - is becoming more common on New Zealand farms, and globally. There is increasing scientific evidence to show both the positive effects on animal welfare and animal productivity.

There is a growing number of companies around the globe committing to and working towards using 100% cage-free eggs, promising a better future for layer hens worldwide.

Bird flu is a highly contagious viral disease and being prepared is important to protect your flocks. Strict hygiene and biosecurity practices can help keep domestic birds safe and reduce the risk of spreading the disease.

Sometimes it is not easy making buying decisions when there are several labels to choose from. Eggs are no exception, with free-range, cage-free and colony eggs available on supermarket shelves. We are shedding some light on these labels to help you choose.