FarmCheck® Program
Delivering on our mission to raise the world’s expectations for how much good food can do.
Partnering for Good
In 2012 we launched the FarmCheck program — a unique partnership between Tyson Foods and more than 9,000 independent farmers and ranchers across the U.S. that ensures all cattle are raised humanely. Third-party auditors check for proper animal conditions, human-animal interaction and worker training.
Four Guiding Principles for Animal Welfare
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Perform Random and Independent Site Checks
Statistically valid sampling methods facilitate random site selection by Professional Animal Auditor Certification Organization (PAACO) trained third-party auditors.
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Align With an External Advisory Panel
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Conduct Through Research and innovation
Tyson’s Office of Animal Welfare reviews existing research while supporting additional research to instill animal welfare approved methods.
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Provided Dedicated Staff
Investing in Progress
We collaborate with experts to continuously improve the welfare of the animals entrusted to our care.
Our approach to animal welfare includes investments in:
People
We have an unparalleled structure to support welfare culture and performance throughout our business.
This includes:
- Our Office of Animal Welfare, which reports directly to the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) who sits on the Executive Leadership Team.
- Our external Animal Welfare Advisory Panel who helps promote the importance of animal welfare across our company.
- Comprehensive instruction on best practices for animal handling to our team members.
SOURCE: https://www.tysonsustainability.com/agriculture/animal-welfare-approach
Investing in Progress
We collaborate with experts to continuously improve the welfare of the animals entrusted to our care.
Our approach to animal welfare includes investments in:
Research and Innovation
We invest in welfare research, technology and education by:
- Leveraging our proprietary research farms, as well as partnerships with other organizations that have an interest in advancing animal health and welfare.
- Researching welfare outcomes, such as mobility in cattle. We use key welfare indicators to measure improvement and transparently report our progress as well as challenges and opportunities.
SOURCE: https://www.tysonsustainability.com/agriculture/animal-welfare-approach
Investing in Progress
We collaborate with experts to continuously improve the welfare of the animals entrusted to our care.
Our approach to animal welfare includes investments in:
Equipment and Facilities
Animal welfare not only involves the animals but the environment that they are in. We continue to:
- Invest time and resources in our facilities through improvements in lairage structures, flooring, stunning equipment, dedicated research farms.
- Have animal welfare specialists work within our facilities to drive continuous improvement and apply research findings.
SOURCE: https://www.tysonsustainability.com/agriculture/animal-welfare-approach
Investing in Progress
We collaborate with experts to continuously improve the welfare of the animals entrusted to our care.
Our approach to animal welfare includes investments in:
People
We have an unparalleled structure to support welfare culture and performance throughout our business.
This includes:
- Our Office of Animal Welfare, which reports directly to the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) who sits on the Executive Leadership Team.
- Our external Animal Welfare Advisory Panel who helps promote the importance of animal welfare across our company.
- Comprehensive instruction on best practices for animal handling to our team members.
SOURCE: https://www.tysonsustainability.com/agriculture/animal-welfare-approach
Investing in Progress
We collaborate with experts to continuously improve the welfare of the animals entrusted to our care.
Our approach to animal welfare includes investments in:
Research and Innovation
We invest in welfare research, technology and education by:
- Leveraging our proprietary research farms, as well as partnerships with other organizations that have an interest in advancing animal health and welfare.
- Researching welfare outcomes, such as mobility in cattle. We use key welfare indicators to measure improvement and transparently report our progress as well as challenges and opportunities.
SOURCE: https://www.tysonsustainability.com/agriculture/animal-welfare-approach
Investing in Progress
We collaborate with experts to continuously improve the welfare of the animals entrusted to our care.
Our approach to animal welfare includes investments in:
Equipment and Facilities
Animal welfare not only involves the animals but the environment that they are in. We continue to:
- Invest time and resources in our facilities through improvements in lairage structures, flooring, stunning equipment, dedicated research farms.
- Have animal welfare specialists work within our facilities to drive continuous improvement and apply research findings.