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The Humane Slaughter Association
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Improving the welfare of farmed animals worldwide during transport and slaughter. Visit our website: hsa.org.uk Become a member: hsa.org.uk/support/memberships Donate: hsa.org.uk/support/make-a-donation
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Aug 22
📢 The preliminary schedule for this year's HSA Conference is now available to view online.

To register to attend, or to view the preliminary schedule, please visit➡️ hsa.org.uk/conference2025

#AnimalWelfareScience #AnimalWelfare
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 1d
📢 We’re heading to the Scottish Smallholder Festival!

📍 Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh
📅 Saturday 18 October 2025

Don’t miss our seminar: “HSA: Supporting smallholders and livestock producers with animal welfare training and advice”
🕝 14:30 | Room 1

We hope to see you there!
A flyer for an upcoming show the HSA team is attending. The Humane Slaughter Association logo, which features silhouettes of a cow, pig, sheep and chicken in a line, facing to the right, with the words Humane Slaughter Association under the pictures is included. A photo of sheep in a field is shown. The text reads: Join us at the Scottish Smallholder Festival. Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh. Saturday 18 Oct 2025.
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 8d
📖 Interested in the latest research on humane transport and slaughter?

Our website has been updated with newly published studies from recent months, keeping you up to date with the latest scientific developments in the field.

🔗 View the full list here: https://ow.ly/Rsjt50X53IO

#AnimalWelfare
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 10d
📢 We’re hiring!

Together with our sister charity, the @ufaw.bsky.social, we are seeking a Scientific Communications & Content Assistant to join our talented Scientific Comms Team.

📅 Apply by 19 October 2025
🔗 For further details: hsa.org.uk/about/careers

#AnimalWelfareScience #AnimalWelfare
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Aug 22
📢 The preliminary schedule for this year's HSA Conference is now available to view online.

To register to attend, or to view the preliminary schedule, please visit➡️ hsa.org.uk/conference2025

#AnimalWelfareScience #AnimalWelfare
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 20d
🔎 Farhan Rhidor Akorede, recipient of an HSA Research Grant, has published the findings of his HSA-supported project in the UFAW journal, Animal Welfare.

🔗 Learn more about Farhan's research and HSA Grants here: lnkd.in/eWYihSie

#AnimalWelfareScience #AnimalWelfare
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 24d
There’s still time to register for the HSA Conference 2025!

Join us at our two-day hybrid conference dedicated to advancing and promoting animal welfare during transport, slaughter and killing.

Find out more and secure your spot today ➡️ ow.ly/v0Bf50WWJGQ
A flyer for the HSA Conference 2025. The Humane Slaughter Association logo, which features silhouettes of a cow, pig, sheep and chicken in a line, facing to the right, with the words Humane Slaughter Association under the pictures is included. A photo of a brown chicken looking at the camera is shown, as is a QR code that links to the conference webpage, alongside the URL for the webpage (www.hsa.org.uk/conference2025). The text reads: Animal Welfare Beyond the Farm Gate: Latest developments in humane slaughter and transport of animals, 21-22 October 2025, Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum, UK and online.
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Aug 22
📢 The preliminary schedule for this year's HSA Conference is now available to view online.

To register to attend, or to view the preliminary schedule, please visit➡️ hsa.org.uk/conference2025

#AnimalWelfareScience #AnimalWelfare
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Aug 21
Applications are now open to join our Mentoring Partnership!

If you’re an undergrad or master’s student interested in #animalwelfare during transport, at markets, or slaughter, or an ECR ready to mentor in these areas, why not join?

🔗 Learn more and apply today: hsa.org.uk/mentor
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Aug 4
📢 Online registration is now open for the 2025 HSA Conference!

Join us in person or online for two days of expert-led presentations on humane slaughter and transport of animals.

📍 Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum & Online
📆 21–22 October 2025

🔗 hsa.org.uk/conf2025
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Jul 18
📖 Interested in reading the latest research in humane transport and slaughter?

Each month, we highlight newly published studies on our website to keep you informed on the most recent scientific developments.

🔗 View the papers published in June: www.hsa.org.uk/publications...

#AnimalWelfare
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Jul 17
📢 UK government announces phase-out of lead ammunition across Great Britain.

The HSA welcomes this step forward for animal welfare and environmental protection. However, we highlight the need for humane, effective, and safe alternatives.

🔗 Read our full update here: ow.ly/2ejp50Wr42Q
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Jul 11
📢 Don't miss the 2025 HSA conference! Join us for two days of expert-led presentations and discussions.

📍 Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum & Online
📆 21–22 Oct 2025

🔗In-person registration is limited, register early to secure your place: hsa.org.uk/conf2025

#AnimalWelfare
A flyer for the HSA Conference 2025. The Humane Slaughter Association logo, which features silhouettes of a cow, pig, sheep and chicken in a line, facing to the right, with the words Humane Slaughter Association under the pictures is included. A photo of a pig sniffing at a fan in a lorry is shown, as is a QR code that links to the conference webpage, alongside the URL for the webpage (www.hsa.org.uk/conference2025). The text reads: Animal Welfare Beyond the Farm Gate: Latest developments in humane slaughter and transport of animals, 21-22 October 2025, Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum, UK and online.
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Jul 4
📢 Femke Delanglez and Frank Tuyttens, recipients of an HSA Research Grant, have published the findings of their HSA-supported project in the UFAW journal, Animal Welfare.

🔗 Read the study here: ow.ly/7Mzv50Wl015

🔗 Learn more about Femke and Frank's research and HSA Grants here: ow.ly/YGc650Wl016
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Jun 27
🚨Final call!🚨

There are just a few days left until abstract submission for the HSA 2025 Conference closes.

To find out more, or to submit an abstract, click on the link below ⬇️
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Jun 18
📢 Call for Abstracts – Deadline Approaching!

We are seeking abstract submissions on the latest developments in humane slaughter, transport, and emergency killing of livestock species.

✅ Submit by: 30 June 2025
📝 Submission guidelines & details: hsa.org.uk/conf2025

#AnimalWelfareScience
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Jun 18
📢 Call for Abstracts – Deadline Approaching!

We are seeking abstract submissions on the latest developments in humane slaughter, transport, and emergency killing of livestock species.

✅ Submit by: 30 June 2025
📝 Submission guidelines & details: hsa.org.uk/conf2025

#AnimalWelfareScience
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Jun 17
📢 We're delighted to share that HSA Student/Trainee Scholarship recipient Megan French, has co-authored new research on #animalwelfare in commercial cattle slaughter.

🔗 Read the full article here: ow.ly/pKnO50W9VAy
🔗 Learn more about Megan's HSA Student/Trainee Scholarship here:
ow.ly/14Sh50W9VAz
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Jun 16
📖 Did you know that every month we update our website with a list of the latest research papers in humane transport and slaughter?

🔗 To view a list of the papers published in April and May, visit: ow.ly/JvIJ50W9RZY

#AnimalWelfareScience
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Animal Welfare - the UFAW Journal @animal-welfare.bsky.social · Jun 5
📢 Explore our latest Collection on Positive Animal Welfare - research focused on animals' quality of life through positive experiences.

We’re expanding this Collection, so if your work links positive emotions to welfare, get in touch!

🔗 View the Collection here: ow.ly/w1Me50W4Jxs
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Lynne U. Sneddon @lynneusneddon.bsky.social · May 30
Proud to be part of producing this report on how wild fishes are killed with proposed ways in which we can improve their welfare in fisheries #fishwelfare
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · May 29
📢 NEW REPORT: Each year, over 1 trillion wild-caught finfish are slaughtered, most without humane stunning.

Our report offers evidence-based steps to improve slaughter practices and promote more humane treatment of wild-caught finfish.

🔗 Read it here: ow.ly/Fqx250W0RhA
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · May 29
📢 NEW REPORT: Each year, over 1 trillion wild-caught finfish are slaughtered, most without humane stunning.

Our report offers evidence-based steps to improve slaughter practices and promote more humane treatment of wild-caught finfish.

🔗 Read it here: ow.ly/Fqx250W0RhA
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Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · May 29
📢 Less than 1 month to go!

The UFAW International #AnimalWelfare Conference 2025 is nearly here.

Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn & hear from global experts.

🔗 Check out the full timetable and secure your place today: ow.ly/pb6H50VX87m
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · May 28
📢 Have you registered yet for the 2025 HSA conference?

Join us in person or online for two days of expert-led presentations and discussion:

📍Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum & Online
📆 21-22 October 2025

🔗Register or submit an abstract here: hsa.org.uk/conf2025
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · May 21
Our Technical Officers have been out and about over the past few days, offering expert advice and support at NSA Welsh Sheep today and the Royal Welsh Spring Festival last weekend!

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat, ask questions, or simply show their support!
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Apr 28
📖 Did you know that every month we update our website with a list of the latest research papers in humane transport and slaughter?

To view a list of the papers published in March, visit ow.ly/TtK150VHO57

#AnimalWelfareScience
A flyer advertising the March 2025 list of recently published papers in Humane Transport and Slaughter, published on the HSA website. The flyer features a photo of a pile of magazines. The text reads: Latest research papers. Read the list of recently published papers in Humane Transport and Slaughter. March 2025.
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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Apr 25
🚨 Just a few days left to apply for the Fundraising & Membership Officer role at HSA & @ufaw.bsky.social

Develop and deliver innovative new fundraising initiatives, assist in the delivery of membership engagement and the delivery of events ➡️https://ow.ly/eBlv50VzRVs
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