Animal Care and Handling 2026

The Animal Care & Handling Conference is the only event dedicated to advancing animal welfare and handling practices, particularly within the meat industry’s slaughter sector. This unique gathering brings together industry leaders, academics, and practitioners, bridging academic research and real-world application. Unlike other conferences, it encourages open dialogue and shares practical, actionable solutions designed for those working in slaughter operations.

Gene Editing in Agriculture and the Future of the PRRS-Resistant Pig

PIC will be one of the first organizations to introduce a gene-edited protein into the food supply, but there are more than 500 gene-edited crops and livestock under development worldwide. The technology is being used to achieve disease resistance, improve nutritional content, eliminate seeds in produce, make crops more tolerant to drought, and reduce food waste.