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EFFAB presenting Code-EFABAR at EAAP 2024 - Animal Welfare: Breeders further update standards
On Tuesday 3 September, EFFAB will participate at the 75th EAAP Annual Meeting in Florence, Italy, presenting CODE EFABAR.

• Tuesday September 3rd - 14.30 – 18.00
• Session 58. The role of breeding and genetics in the sustainable transformation of the livestock sector
• Room: Pisana - Palazzo Congressi 2nd Floor Chair: Baumung / Leroy
• Session Type: Working Group session

Geena Cartick will present and discuss the Code EFABAR initiative, and its role in shaping the future towards responsible and balanced breeding.
The Code EFABAR, the code of good practices for farm animal breeding, explores the transformation of breeding practices over the past two decades, underscoring the shift from focusing on productivity to including new objectives and traits for a balanced approach. This transition is made possible by the progress in genomics and phenotyping tools and further knowledge of animal genetics, which help mitigate the negative genetic correlations between functional and productive traits.
 
Code EFABAR encapsulates six fundamental pillars of responsible and balanced breeding practices: animal welfare and health, mitigation and adaptation to environmental impact, efficient utilisation of resources, genetic diversity, product quality and quantity, and public and food safety.Adherence to Code EFABAR signifies breeders’ commitment to transparency and sustainable practices, prioritising the long-term interests of animals, the environment, and people, including farmers.
 
Code EFABAR offers a comprehensive framework for breeders across various species and farming systems. The code emphasises the responsible use of technologies, focusing on the integrity and well-being of breeding animals when developing and using technologies. It also underscores the importance of management practices and the significance of welfare during transport.
 
To conclude, Code EFABAR is a clear guide for breeders, outlining the principles and practices essential for responsible and balanced breeding. It encourages breeders to engage with stakeholders and the public to promote understanding and acceptance of their work. It serves as a benchmark for the sector, ensuring that breeders meet the highest standards of animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and socio-economic viability. By coactively embracing this standard, breeders demonstrate their continuous efforts towards sustainability. 
 
With sector perspectives from Naomi Duijvesteijn (FABRE TP Chair) and Craig Lewis (EFFAB Chair).

Code-EFABAR Press Release - Animal Welfare: Breeders further update standards
Tuesday, 30 May 2023 - Today marks the launch of the 7th edition of Code EFABAR, the code of good practices for responsible and balanced animal breeding 
Download the PDF here.

Code-EFABAR Press Release
On 10 June 2020, Code-EFABAR published a press release, presenting the newest Code-EFABAR update 2020.
Download the PDF here.

Interview with Topigs Norsvin: "Why Code-EFABAR is important for a world leading swine genetics company"

Hans Olijslagers, Chief Technology Officer Topigs Norsvin
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Topigs Norsvin is renowned for its innovative approach to implementing new technologies and a continuous focus on cost-efficient pig production. One of Topigs Norsvin’s major core values is sustainability, of which Code-EFABAR is an important element. Topigs Norsvin’s corporate sustainability report, which includes the Code-EFABAR, is an important asset in communicating sustainability to society and NGO’s. Code-EFABAR helps Topigs Norsvin in making decisions around our future breeding goals and offers support in discussions on sustainability with stakeholders. That makes Code-EFABAR an important tool for management decisions whilst also delivering improved transparency in our services.

Code-EFABAR Press Release
On the 21st of August, Code-EFABAR published a press release, presenting the newest Code-EFABAR update 2017.
Download the PDF here.
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First Code-EFABAR version 2017 adoptions by SEGES and VikingGenetics
We are very proud to announce the first organisations to obtain the Code-EFABAR 2017; we congratulate SEGES and VikingGenetics with their adoption and we are very pleased that they are willing to show their commitment to responsible breeding. Already more organisations have applied for the Code EFABAR 2017 and we are hoping to add them and many more to our list of responsible breeding organisations.

Code-EFABAR adoption by Choice Genetics
The European Forum of Farm Animal Breeders would like to congratulate Choice Genetics with their adoption of Code-EFABAR 2014-2016. We are very pleased with yet another member showing its commitment to responsible breeding.

Code-EFABAR adoption by ALLICE
The European Forum of Farm Animal Breeders welcomes ALLICE to our list of organisations that have adopted Code-EFABAR for 2014-2016. We are very proud to have yet another member showing its commitment to responsible breeding.

Code-EFABAR adoption by Cherry Valley
The European Forum of Farm Animal Breeders is pleased  to announce that Cherry Valley has adopted Code-EFABAR for 2014-2016. With Cherry Valley also showing their commitment to responsible breeding, the list of participating organisations keeps growing.

Code-EFABAR adoption by Aviagen, Aviagen Turkeys and Hubbard SAS
The European Forum of Farm Animal Breeders is proud to welcome three new members to the list of participating organisations of Code-EFABAR for 2014-2016; Aviagen, Aviagen Turkeys and Hubbard SAS.
We are very pleased to have already three new members in the beginning of 2016 who are willing to show their commitment to responsible breeding.

Code-EFABAR adoption by Topigs Norsvin
The European Forum of Farm Animal Breeders congratulates Topigs Norsvin with its adoption of Code-EFABAR for 2014-2016.
We are very pleased to add Topigs Norsvin to our list of participating organisations.