animal-based measure
Description:
Standardised ways of assessing animal welfare based on animal responses
Context:
An animal-based measure in food safety is an observation or measurement taken directly from an animal to check its health, welfare, or exposure to hazards. This can include things like body condition, behavior, injuries, or disease symptoms.
EFSA uses animal-based measures to monitor the welfare and health of farmed animals. By collecting and analyzing this information, EFSA can assess risks to animal health, ensure safe food production, and provide advice to improve farming practices and regulations across the EU.