There are two main systems used for feed manufacturing. Both use the same individual processes, and the only difference is the sequence in which they are arranged. The pre-milling system is more commonly used in modern feed mills because of economic reasons (e.g. energy cost, investment). In this...

This chapter discusses how veterinarians can educate, enable and motivate owners, producers, consumers and citizens about animals' needs, plight and treatment. They can improve the behaviour of owners, consumers, businesses, social enterprises, charities and public bodies and can educate, advise...

This chapter describes the safety assessment of food. It defines "natural food" and discusses the impact of "natural food" labelling on food marketing and consumer preference. The association between diet and disease (e.g., neoplasms) and the nutrient improvement of foods through plant breeding...

This chapter summarizes the results of European research on consumer preferences, buying motives, willingness to pay as well as barriers for buying organic and Fair Trade food products. It also demonstrates the implications for standard setting, certification, labelling and communication.

The study in this chapter fills the gap in consumers' choice and willingness to pay for multiple certified coffee by focusing on three specific labels: 'Organic', 'Fair Trade' and 'Wild Grown'; and on the two large Arabica coffee production countries: Brazil and Ethiopia. In addition to identifying ...

The aim of this case study is to analyse consumers' preferences as reflected in their information search when shopping for Fair Trade products. German consumers' information search behaviour prior to the decision to purchase Fair Trade coffee is analysed. The study summarizes the state of knowledge ...

The study presented in this chapter determined the premium that consumers may be willing to pay for a Fair Trade chocolate label addressing supply chain gender equality. Seventy-one students on the Cornell University campus in Ithaca, New York, were surveyed, and the stated preference method was...

This chapter explores the ethical implications of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food that originate from plants genetically altered through bioengineering. The chapter analyses the new federal statute recently passed in the USA purportedly to label these foods and evaluates whether in...

This chapter is devoted to helping veterinary students about the different reminders when it comes to veterinary products, these reminders are knowing the relevant legislation and guidelines associated with storage and dispensing of veterinary medication, the relevant legislation and preparation of ...

This chapter discusses the relevance of economics to the study of animal welfare. It considers the relationship between ethics and economics and emphasizes that economics is primarily about the attainment of human well-being. It considers both conventional and alternative economic thinking and the...