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The PigStun* project aims to encourage EU pig slaughterhouses that use high concentrations of carbon dioxide to stun pigs to adopt more welfare-friendly systems by testing the technical specifications and feasibility of four promising alternatives. During this webinar, the following alternatives will be presented: argon reconditioning system, helium system, optimized CAS process, and improved electrical stunning system. A description of the system will be provided, along with the advantages and disadvantages of these alternatives and their impact on the economy, the environment, labor, and animal welfare. During the webinar there will be time for questions and discussion. PigStun is the beneficiary of a grant agreement signed with the European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) under the Single Market Programme – Food Strand, aiming to improve pig welfare. The PigStun consortium is comprised of beneficiaries and associated partners from the Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, and Spain, including academic research partners, slaughterhouse equipment developers, and five pig slaughtering companies. Price: Free Limited places REGISTRATION

On March 26th, from 12:00 to 14:00, the International Fair for Animal Production (FIGAN) will host the presentation of the BIO4TRACE Operational Group , an innovative project aimed at traceability and sustainability in pork production. The event will feature an introduction to the project and presentations by the participating associations. A roundtable discussion will then be moderated by Guillermo Ramis of the University of Murcia , with the participation of representatives from the Celtic Pig Breeders Association, the Associated Breeders of the Chato Murciano Pig Breeders Association, and the Black Canary Pig Breeders Association. The discussion will address the challenges and opportunities of breeding and traceability of these native breeds. At the end of the day, attendees will be able to enjoy a tasting of products derived from these pork varieties, highlighting the quality and diversity of national production. Industry professionals, researchers, and representatives of livestock associations are expected to attend.