Denmark publishes new animal welfare report: most pig and cattle farms comply with regulations

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The majority of Denmark’s pig and cattle farms comply with national animal welfare regulations, according to the latest Animal Welfare Report released by the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration.

In 2024, authorities conducted 1,386 inspections of pig and cattle herds across the country. Sanctions were issued in 429 cases, meaning 70% of inspections did not result in any penalties. Specifically, 72% of pig farms and 67% of cattle farms passed their inspections without any sanctions.

Notably, 84% of the farms that received sanctions had corrected the identified violations by the first follow-up inspection.

The inspections are risk-based, meaning they target farms where authorities assess the highest likelihood of non-compliance. This targeted approach helps ensure that resources are focused where they are most needed, while also maintaining a high overall level of animal welfare across the Danish livestock sector.


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