EFFAB IS THE VOICE OF
animal breeding
in EUROPE
The European Forum of Farm Animal Breeders is the association that represents animal breeding and reproduction organisations in Europe.
Members of EFFAB are involved in the genetic improvement of different farm animal species: ruminants, pigs, poultry, aquaculture and insects;
and represent a wide diversity of farming systems.
Together with its members, EFFAB promotes sustainable, responsible, and balanced animal breeding by engaging in dialogue with policymakers and stakeholders
to highlight its contribution to sustainable food systems.
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Modern
animal
breeding
Animal breeding can be explained as the selective crossing of domestic animals that have desirable qualities resulting in improved offspring. These ‘qualities’ are translated as breeding values for a number of interesting traits. A few examples are known to everyone, such as milk production and quality.
In the last decades, traits related to disease resistance, animal welfare, robustness, fertility, longevity, the reduction of the impact on the environment (e.g. methane reduction) and better use of feed resources have intensified their importance in animal breeding programs.
our policy priorities
EFFAB promotes science-based animal breeding policies that contribute to sustainable livestock production in Europe.
We engage with policymakers, researchers and stakeholders on the issues shaping the future of farm animal breeding.
ANIMAL HEALTH
Healthier animals through genetic improvement
Breeding contributes to healthier livestock by improving resistance to diseases and reducing the need for treatments.
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ANIMAL WELFARE
Breeding for better welfare
Animal welfare is a core objective of responsible breeding. Genetic improvement supports animals that are more robust, resilient and well adapted to their environment.
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NGTs
Innovation for sustainable breeding
EFFAB supports the responsible use of New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) to accelerate genetic progress while maintaining high standards of safety, sustainability and transparency.
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GENETIC RESOURCES
Protecting biodiversity
Maintaining genetic diversity is essential for resilient livestock populations and future breeding opportunities.
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Research
& Innovation
EFFAB and its members are highly involved in Research and Innovation in close collaboration with the scientific community. EFFAB is a strong partner of EU Research Projects.
About EFFAB
The European Forum of Farm Animal Breeders is the association that represents the animal breeding and reproduction organisations and companies in Europe. Members of EFFAB are involved in the genetic improvement of different farm animal species and represent a wide diversity of farming systems. Ruminants, pigs, poultry, aquaculture and insects, are the main species covered by EFFAB members.
Together with our members, EFFAB promotes sustainable, responsible, and balanced animal breeding.
Through its work, EFFAB aims to inform policymakers and stakeholders about the sector's role in more sustainable food production, based on facts and with a solid scientific background on animal breeding activities. Dialogue with politicians and the public is at the core of our vision on animal breeding issues.
