Temple Grandin
Temple Grandin's Animal Welfare Journals: Over 50 Years of Research on Animal Behavior and Welfare that Improved the Livestock Industry
Temple Grandin's Animal Welfare Journals: Over 50 Years of Research on Animal Behavior and Welfare that Improved the Livestock Industry
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The Grandin Papers is a compilation of Temple Grandin's most important scientific papers, focusing on livestock facility design, animal welfare auditing programs, and cattle and horse behavior during handling. It showcases her 50-year career and how her thinking has evolved.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 500 pages
Publication date: 03 October 2023
Publisher: Future Horizons Incorporated
The Grandin Papers is a comprehensive compilation of some of Temple Grandin's most significant scientific papers, with a particular focus on livestock facility design, the development of animal welfare auditing programs, and the behavior of cattle and horses during handling. These papers are presented in chronological order, with the selection made to cater to the interests of the general public, policymakers, and individuals passionate about farm animal welfare and behavior.
Dr. Grandin's extensive professional training as a scientist and her remarkable personal journey as a person with autism have uniquely positioned her as a leading expert in the field of animal science. As a professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University, she not only conducts groundbreaking research but also designs livestock handling facilities that are widely adopted worldwide. Her innovative curved chute and race systems for cattle have significantly reduced stress during handling, and her writings on the flight zone and other principles of grazing animal behavior have been instrumental in improving animal welfare practices.
In addition to her contributions to animal welfare, Dr. Grandin has developed an objective scoring system for assessing the handling of cattle and pigs at meat plants. This scoring system is being utilized by numerous large corporations to enhance animal welfare standards. Her research extends to various areas, including cattle temperament, environmental enrichment for pigs, reducing dark cutters and bruises, bull fertility, training procedures, horse perception of novel objects, and effective stunning methods for cattle and pigs at meat plants.
The Grandin Papers serve as a testament to Temple Grandin's illustrious career. Throughout her career, she has received numerous awards and recognition for her groundbreaking work, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the National Medal of Science, and the American Humane Society's highest honor, the Richard W. Meharry Award.
In conclusion, The Grandin Papers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in animal welfare, behavior, and livestock management. Through her extensive research and innovative approaches, Temple Grandin has made significant contributions to improving the lives of animals and advancing our understanding of animal behavior. Her work has had a profound impact on the agricultural industry and has helped to promote animal welfare standards worldwide.
Weight: 272g
Dimension: 279 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781957984292
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