What can animal genetics do to reduce emissions from livestock?

In the last 30 years, researchers and breeders have been looking at breeding with a broader perspective and are considering a variety of traits other than production, such as sustainability I land welfare-related traits. This includes traits to reduce GHG, such as methane from ruminants. Breeding companies of EFFAB are implementing research in the field in their breeding programs.

The place of little size in Modern Pig Breeding - A broad perspective

Over the past 20 years, animal breeding programs have evolved and integrated breeding goals and traits that promote animal welfare. The commitments of EFFAB members are demonstrated through Code EFABAR, the code of good practices for responsible and balanced breeding. Responsible breeding plays a crucial part in improving animal welfare.

Craig Lewis, Chair of EFFAB: "Livestock farmers, scientists and breeders must redouble their efforts to connect, communicate, and explain the positive contribution of genetic innovation to animal health, welfare and the environment"

Welcome to Sijne van der Beek, new Poultry Representative in the Steering Committee of EFFAB

EFFAB's has elected Sijne van der Beek as the new Poultry Representative in the Steering Committee of EFFAB. 

AFCC calls to strengthen food systems’ resilience during crisis times through innovation

On Monday, 28th November, the Agri-Food Chain Coalition (AFCC) held an event at the European Parliament around the need to strengthen food systems’ resilience and autonomy during crisis, hosted by MEP Marlene Mortler.

Joint Letter: Policy Proposal for New Genomic Techniques

Leading agri-food value chain partners call for a science-based, proportionate and enabling EU regulatory framework for New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) to support innovation, sustainability, competitiveness and food security.