Good news. Last week we visited Wijntjes calf collection station in Friesland, where young calves are actually provided with milk through teats during their stay. That may sound like common sense, but unfortunately it is still the exception rather than the rule. At most collection centres in the Netherlands, EonA discovered that calves are offered only electrolytes during … [Mehr...] about Visit to a Calf Collection Station That Feeds Milk to Calves
Märkte und Sammelstationen
Besuch im Schweinesammelzentrum Van Rooi in Lieshout (NL)
Heute haben wir dem Schweinesammelzentrum Van Rooi in Lieshout (NL) einen unangekündigten Besuch abgestattet. Wir erhielten sofort eine Führung durch die Stallungen, in dem zu diesem Zeitpunkt Sauen untergebracht waren. Die Tiere waren ruhig und ruhten sich aus. Sie hatten genügend Platz, um sich auf die Seite zu legen, ohne sich gegenseitig zu stören. Die … [Mehr...] about Besuch im Schweinesammelzentrum Van Rooi in Lieshout (NL)
Debunking the myth: milk during transit does not cause diarrhea in calves
In the northern Netherlands, we teamed up with veterinarian and calf feeding expert Dr. Ronald Rongen to tackle a persistent myth in the cattle sector: that feeding milk to calves in transit causes diarrhea. Most Dutch calf traders and farmers think that giving milk to unweaned calves in transit causes diarrhea, and thus withhold milk for very long periods. … [Mehr...] about Debunking the myth: milk during transit does not cause diarrhea in calves
Welfare concerns at yearly cattle market in Schagen (NL)
Once again, this year’s Easter cattle market in Schagen (NL) raised serious concerns about animal-welfare. Many animals exhibited clear signs of cold stress and fear. Several cattle slipped and fell while being sprayed with water—an experience that is both painful and terrifying for prey animals like cattle, who instinctively fear being on the ground, where they feel most … [Mehr...] about Welfare concerns at yearly cattle market in Schagen (NL)
Visit to Leeuwarden livestock market: improvements visible, some concerns remain
On 19 March, we paid an unannounced visit to the cattle market in Leeuwarden. The market management immediately made time to show us around. The market appeared well organised: all cattle were housed in groups (except for the bulls), there was plenty of clean straw, the air was fresh, and water was available in every pen. Compared to a few years ago, the condition of … [Mehr...] about Visit to Leeuwarden livestock market: improvements visible, some concerns remain
Visit to the calf market in Leeuwarden: concerns about extended periods without milk
On 18 March, we paid an unannounced visit to the calf market in Leeuwarden. We were immediately welcomed and, as always, given the opportunity to observe the calves. The market appeared well organised: calves were housed in groups, there was plenty of clean straw, and the handling of the animals was calm. We also observed good practices, such as drivers placing straw on … [Mehr...] about Visit to the calf market in Leeuwarden: concerns about extended periods without milk
Visit to calf assembly centre De Skieding in Houtigehage (NL)
On the evening of 18 March, we paid an unannounced visit to assembly centre De Skieding in Houtigehage (NL). At the time, unweaned calves were being collected. The owner spoke with us in a friendly manner but preferred to take some time to consider allowing us access to his assembly centre. We fully understand this, as the company is not yet familiar with our … [Mehr...] about Visit to calf assembly centre De Skieding in Houtigehage (NL)
Visit to calf assembly centre De Vries in Scharnegoutum (NL)
On the evening of 18 March, we paid an unannounced visit to the assembly centre De Vries in Scharnegoutum (NL). We observed that calves were being collected for further fattening. The owner immediately made time for us and gave a short tour. The calves were housed in groups, with plenty of clean straw. Overall, the facility gave a well-maintained impression. Most calves … [Mehr...] about Visit to calf assembly centre De Vries in Scharnegoutum (NL)
Visit to Van Rooi assembly center in Lieshout (NL): focus on slaughter piglets
Today, Eyes on Animals conducted an unannounced visit to the Van Rooi assembly center in Lieshout. The purpose of our visit was to gain more insight into the export of slaughter pigs and sows. These so-called “end-of-career animals” deserve extra attention in our view, as their condition is often suboptimal. Sows are usually culled due to fertility problems or reduced … [Mehr...] about Visit to Van Rooi assembly center in Lieshout (NL): focus on slaughter piglets
Einsatz auf dem Viehmarkt in Buipe, Ghana
Letzte Woche war das Team von Wacpaw/EonA auf dem Viehmarkt Buipe in der Savannenregion von Ghana, einem der größten Viehmärkte des Landes. Jeden Montag werden 800 bis 1000 Rinder aus ganz Ghana und den Nachbarländern wie der Elfenbeinküste und Burkina Faso auf den Markt gebracht. Anschließend fahren mehr als 60 Lastwagen in die verschiedenen Richtungen. Die … [Mehr...] about Einsatz auf dem Viehmarkt in Buipe, Ghana
