This project examined the effect of livestock management during the pre-embarkation on animal performance throughout the remainder of the export process with a specific focus on management at the farm of origin to discharge at registered premises for both sheep and cattle.

This project examined the effect of livestock management during the pre-embarkation on animal performance throughout the remainder of the export process with a specific focus on management at the farm of origin to discharge at registered premises for both sheep and cattle.

The desktop study incorporated a review of literature and industry standards together with a survey and identified key on-farm and transport factors associated with morbidity and mortality of livestock within the industry. The report outlines best practice recommendations to improve livestock management and animal health and welfare outcomes.