Australian farmers and exporters have achieved international recognition for their outstanding contribution to animal welfare, with livestock export industry body, LiveCorp, receiving the Animal Transportation Association’s (AATA) International Award at the AATA Annual Conference in Dresden, Germany.
The AATA, a not-for-profit association, dedicated to the safe and humane transportation of animals worldwide, presented LiveCorp with the International Award for its outstanding contribution to the welfare of animals in international commerce.
LiveCorp CEO, Cameron Hall, said international recognition of Australia’s commitment to animal welfare was a loud and positive endorsement of Australia’s livestock export industry.
“Australians should be proud that the strong partnership of the Federal Government and Australia’s farmers and exporters, through Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) and LiveCorp, is receiving international applause for its ongoing and active commitment to improving animal welfare in Australia and in overseas destinations,” said Mr Hall.
“Australia is a world-leader in the live transport of animals overseas. We are dedicated to improving standards in the countries we export to through investment in training, education and development of facilities and infrastructure.
"This award highlights Australia’s commitment to animal welfare to the rest of the world, and we will continue to play a crucial role in improving global animal welfare standards,” Mr Hall said.
AATA President Lisa Schoppa also praised Australia’s livestock export industry for its commitment to improving animal welfare.
Mr Hall, who is attending the AATA conference, will present to international delegates, a paper on the Australian livestock export industry, focusing on ocean transport and animal welfare.