The Role of EFSA in Animal Welfare

February 6, 2012

The AHAW (Animal Health & Welfare) Panel has delivered more than 35 scientific opinions advising risk managers on a variety of welfare issues to reduce unnecessary pain, distress and suffering for animals. Based on this experience, in December 2011, the AHAW Panel adopted the Guidance on Risk Assessment for Animal Welfare. This guidance places EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) at the forefront of the development of risk assessment methodology for animal welfare.  READ MORE