Animal Welfare Policy at AV Khider Farms

Introduction

At EURL Khider Abdelkader, we believe that animal welfare is not just a duty, but an essential part of our philosophy and values. We are committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for our animals, and we work hard to ensure their well-being at every stage of their lives.

Complete health services

We ensure that our animals receive the necessary health care through regular checkups and immediate treatment when needed. We work with specialized veterinarians to ensure the health and safety of our animals.

comfortable living environment

We provide our animals with a comfortable and clean living environment where they can move freely and interact with each other. We make sure to provide enough space, good ventilation and adequate lighting to ensure their comfort.

balanced nutrition

We believe that good nutrition is the foundation of good health. Therefore, we provide our animals with a balanced and nutritious diet that meets their different nutritional needs. We make sure to use healthy and high-quality ingredients to ensure the health of our animals.

Training and awareness

We believe in the importance of training and awareness in improving animal welfare. Therefore, we provide training programs for our employees on best practices in animal welfare and keep up with scientific developments in this field to ensure the latest standards are applied.

Our commitment to the future

We are committed to continuous improvement in our animal welfare policies and practices. We are developing new technologies and methods to improve the welfare of our animals and ensure the sustainability of our practices.

Khider Group Animal Welfare Policy

The Kheider Group’s animal welfare policy applies to the entire production chain, from reception to slaughter of poultry. The aim is to ensure humane and respectful treatment of poultry throughout the slaughter process, to minimize animal stress and pain during the various stages of the process, and to respect the five freedoms according to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) recommendations.

Policy objectives

Respect for legal and ethical standards: Adhere to legal and ethical standards regarding animal welfare.
Compliance with regulatory requirements: Ensure compliance with national and international regulatory requirements.
Staff training: Train staff on the importance of animal welfare and the application of good practices.

Our obligations

Poultry Health and Welfare: Ensuring the health and welfare of all poultry within the group.
Humane Treatment: Treating and caring for poultry in humane ways.
The Five Freedoms: Ensuring the following five freedoms according to the World Health Organization:
Freedom from hunger, malnutrition and thirst.
Absence of heat stress or physical discomfort.
Freedom from pain resulting from injury and disease.
Freedom from fear of distress.
Freedom to express normal behavior patterns.
High Quality Feed: Providing animals with high quality feed.
Employee Training: Khider Group requires that all employees are human relations professionals and well-versed in their responsibilities towards poultry welfare.

Policy Review

This policy is reviewed and updated as necessary to ensure that its goals and objectives are achieved. Khider Group requires all employees to fully adhere to the Group’s Animal Welfare Policy. This article reflects Khider Abdelkader Group’s commitment to animal welfare, with a focus on providing a healthy and safe environment for animals, ensuring humane treatment, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. The company strives to achieve the highest standards in animal welfare through continuous training and awareness of its employees.