The European Good Farm Animal Welfare Awards, organised by Compassion in World Farming (CIWF), celebrate companies that are “committed to implementing substantial policy changes resulting in positive impacts for farm animals”. They include categories for egg, chicken, dairy and pig products, as well as a European Leader Award, recognising businesses that have demonstrated commitment to animal welfare across their operations.
The awards ceremony took place at the Tapis Rouge and was hosted by French TV and radio presenter and animal expert Natacha Harry, with guest speakers including European Commission representative Laurence Bonafos.
The three winners of the European Leader Award – Unilever, Ikea and Coop Italia – were invited to give a short presentation on their animal welfare work and achievements. Other winners on the night included Burger King, Chipotle, Unox, Ängavallen and Thierry Schweitzer.
Steve McIvor, director of food business for CIWF, said: “We are particularly delighted to recognise the winners of our European Leader Award this year. They are making a real impact on farm animal welfare in their respective marketplaces and are helping us to broaden the international reach of our programme, which is having a positive impact on an increasing number of farm animals across the globe.
“We would like to congratulate all of our winners for the huge difference they are making. We need more businesses to follow their excellent example and to keep the momentum going across the food industry.”