Historical Development

• Early concern arose in Europe during the 19th century due to cruelty in farming and transport.
• 1965 – Brambell Committee Report (UK) highlighted the importance of animal welfare.
• Development of Five Freedoms framework (Farm Animal Welfare Council, UK).
• Establishment of OIE (World Organization for Animal Health) standards on animal welfare in 2001.
• Inclusion in FAO and WTO trade regulations, linking welfare with food safety and quality.