{Tool} On-farm slaughter and animal-friendly slaughtering practices. [Hoftötung.] Creator(s): FiBL, Research Institute of Organic Agriculture. Issuing Organisation(s): Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL.
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Document available online at: https://www.bioaktuell.ch/tierhaltung/tierhaltung-allgemein/schlachtung
Summary
This web-based tool provides information on slaughtering practices in organic livestock systems, with a focus on on-farm slaughter (Hoftötung). It outlines legal frameworks, practical considerations and benefits related to animal welfare and meat quality. The tool supports farmers and advisors in evaluating whether on-farm slaughter is feasible and how to implement it responsibly. It includes guidance on minimizing animal stress, ensuring proper handling and complying with regulations. The tool is particularly relevant for organic livestock farmers and advisors. While based on Swiss regulations, the general principles are transferable to other regions. Key recommendations include reducing transport stress and ensuring correct procedures during slaughter.
Summary translation
Die Seite vermittelt Grundlagen zur Schlachtung im Biolandbau mit besonderem Fokus auf die Hoftötung. Sie zeigt auf, wie Tierwohl durch stressarme Schlachtungssysteme verbessert werden kann und welche rechtlichen sowie praktischen Aspekte zu berücksichtigen sind.
| EPrint Type: | Practice tool |
|---|---|
| Teaser: | Reduce stress with on-farm slaughter |
| What problem does the tool address?: | Transport to slaughterhouses can cause stress for animals and raises concerns about animal welfare and product quality. |
| What solution does the tool offer?: | The tool provides information on on-farm slaughter and animal-friendly slaughtering practices, helping farmers reduce stress and improve welfare by slaughtering animals in a familiar environment. |
| Country: | Switzerland |
| Type of Practice Tool: | Web |
| Keywords: | animal husbandry, animal health, animal welfare, transport of animals, slaughtering, food quality |
| Agrovoc keywords: | Language Value URI English animal husbandry http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_8532 English animal health http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_431 English animal welfare http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_443 English transport of animals http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_32612 English slaughtering http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_7107 English food quality http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_10965 UNSPECIFIED UNSPECIFIED http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_e9cceff4 UNSPECIFIED UNSPECIFIED http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_7367 UNSPECIFIED UNSPECIFIED http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_b4d1266e |
| Subjects: | Food systems > Processing, packaging and transportation Animal husbandry > Health and welfare |
| Research affiliation: | Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Animal > Animal welfare & housing > Animal welfare Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Society > Food quality > Food processing |
| Related Links: | https://www.bioaktuell.ch |
| Project ID: | ofk |
| Deposited By: | Forschungsinstitut für biologischen Landbau, FiBL |
| ID Code: | 57726 |
| Deposited On: | 26 May 2026 13:47 |
| Last Modified: | 26 May 2026 14:46 |
| Document Language: | German/Deutsch, French/Francais |
| Status: | Published |
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