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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 6h

Our September collection of recently published animal welfare research is now available on the HSA website. Browse the full list of papers on our website: ow.ly/rlIf50ZVzpL #AnimalWelfareScience

Stack of open and closed research papers with a green overlay highlighting latest studies in humane transport and slaughter for September.

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Attending HSA Conference 2026? Join us for our networking evening on 20 October from 18:00 at Bealim House, Newcastle's first authentic gin distillery. Enjoy the opportunity to connect with fellow delegates in an informal setting, just a short walk from the conference venue. #HSA2026 #Networking

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

The first session on day two of the HSA Conference 2026 will explore a range of challenges and opportunities for improving animal welfare during transport and handling. There is still time to register! Secure your place now: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSA2026 #TransportAndHandling

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

🤝 Our Mentoring Partnership is open for applications! The scheme pairs students and trainees with an experienced animal welfare researcher, offering guidance to help shape a research project. Find out more and apply: ow.ly/1UaF50ZVpJ7 #FoodAnimalWelfare #Mentor #Trainee

text “HSA Mentoring scheme 2026” and “Apply now” in green on a light grey background, with a green play-button icon beside the call to action. Below, an illustration shows two people seated at a table using laptop computers and engaged in discussion. A dark green banner across the bottom of the image contains the text: “Applications now open!”

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

🧑‍🎓 Our Student/Trainee Scholarships are open for applications! Applications are welcome from undergraduate students, or trainees working in the livestock, meat or fish industries. Applications close 28 February 2027. Find out more and apply: ow.ly/NUap50ZVN5I #AnimalWelfareProjects

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

🐾 Nominate us! HSA is delighted to announce that we have been entered into the Benefact Group Movement for Good Animals & Wildlife Special Draw, where 10 charities will receive £5,000. 👉 Nominate us here: ow.ly/Xozm50ZUrnp Thank you for your support. #MovementForGood

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Not long left to secure your place at the HSA Conference 2026. Join experts from around the world to discuss the latest developments in animal welfare during transport and at slaughter. 📅 20-21 October 2026 📍 Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK and online 🔗 hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSA2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The HSA is holding another Poultry Slaughter Training Course for small-scale producers, including assessment for the necessary WATOK licence. 📅 27 October 2026 🔗 Find out more and book: ow.ly/K4Pq50ZQ1ta #PoultryTraining

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

One month to go! We're looking forward to welcoming you all to the HSA conference in Newcastle on 20 & 21 October 2026. Take a look at the full programme: There is still time to register! 🔗 hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSA2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

📢 Take a look at the HSA Conference 2026 programme. Join researchers, industry professionals and policymakers from around the world to explore the latest developments in animal welfare at slaughter and during transport. 🔗 www.hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSA2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We are delighted to introduce the next group of speakers for the 2026 HSA conference. Felicity Wilson, Wasseem Emam, and Jackson Gross will be discussing the topic of humane slaughter of aquatic species. Have you registered yet? 🔗 hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSA2026 #AquaticSpecies

Promotional graphic for the HSA Conference 2026, text reads: "In-Water Batch Stunning of Decapod Crustaceans" by Felicity Wilson, University of Stirling, Scotland. The graphic includes a portrait photograph of a woman standing by a waterfront wearing a red lifejacket. Conference details: 20-21 October 2026, The Catalyst, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK and online.

Promotional graphic for the HSA Conference 2026 featuring the presentation "Can ice slurry be refined as a humane slaughter method for Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)?" by Wasseem Emam, Founder and Head of Research, Ethical Seafood Research, Kenya. The graphic includes a portrait photograph of a man wearing a dark blue shirt. Conference details: 20-21 October 2026, The Catalyst, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK and online.

Promotional graphic for the HSA Conference 2026, text reads: "Balancing Percussive Stunning Effectiveness and Product Presentation in Pirarucu (Arapaima gigas) and Emerging Aquaculture Species in Brazil" by Jackson Gross, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation, Brazil. The graphic includes a photograph of The Catalyst conference venue in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, a modern glass building. Conference details: 20-21 October 2026, The Catalyst, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK and online.

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We're pleased to have Accles & Shelvoke supporting the HSA Conference 2026 as a Gold Sponsor. Their long-standing engagement with the food animal sector reflects the range of organisations attending this year's conference. Thank you for supporting the conference. hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSA2026

Graphic promoting Accles & Shelvoke as a Gold Sponsor of HSA Conference 2026. Accles & Shelvoke branding over a rural landscape image, underneath the text “Gold Sponsor Spotlight: Accles & Shelvoke”. Conference details read: "HSA Conference 2026, 20-21 October 2026, The Catalyst, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK and online"

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Provisional timetable announced! See the speakers and presentation topics confirmed so far for the HSA Conference 2026. 📅 20-21 October 2026 📍 Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, and online 🔗 hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSA2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Catch up on the latest research papers published in August 2026, covering humane transport and slaughter. 🔗 www.hsa.org.uk/publications/latest-… #AnimalWelfare

Stack of open research papers with a green overlay announcing latest papers on humane transport and slaughter for August.

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

We're pleased to welcome CMC Poultry Tech as a Silver Sponsor of HSA Conference 2026. CMC Poultry Tech develops automated poultry handling and loading systems for the poultry industry. The company has a particular focus on efficiency, animal welfare and biosecurity ow.ly/Lqtm50ZAM8S #HSA2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

We are hiring! Together with our sister charity, Science for Animal Welfare, we're looking for a Membership & Community Coordinator. Contract: Full-time, 1-year fixed (opportunity to extend) Closing date: 23:30 Sunday 13 September Further details: ow.ly/AxIR50ZF2ox #JoinOurTeam

Humane Slaughter Association advertising a job vacancy. Text reads: “We are Hiring! Membership and Community Coordinator”. Full-time, 1-year fixed-term role. Apply by 13 September 2026. An illustration of a megaphone appears beside the text, with an “Apply Now” button at the bottom.

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We're delighted to welcome Accles & Shelvoke as a Gold Sponsor of the HSA Conference 2026. Thank you to Accles & Shelvoke for supporting HSA Conference 2026. 🔗 Find out more: ow.ly/te5050ZAxzA 🔗 Visit their LinkedIn: ow.ly/YQ2050ZAxzz #HSA2026 #AnimalWelfare

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

We are pleased to announce one of our keynote speakers for the HSA Conference 2026! Meghan Barrett, Department of Biology, Indiana University Indianapolis, Indiana USA. 🔗Register to secure your place: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #AnimalWelfare #InsectWelfare #HSA2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Read the latest research in humane transport and slaughter for July 2026. 🔗Access the full article list: ow.ly/ENit50ZyPH7 #HumaneTransport #AnimalWelfare

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

How can we reliably assess the effectiveness of stunning and slaughter systems in poultry? Hear the latest research from Aranzazu Varvaro Porter, Sarah Lombard and Troy Gibson at the HSA Conference. 20-21 October 2026 Register: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #AnimalWelfare #PoultryWelfare

Portrait of a woman with long brown hair wearing a grey sweater and red lanyard, promoting 2026 HSA conference programme. "Identification of animal welfare concerns during shackling and electrical waterbath stunning of ducks under commercial conditions". Aranzazu Varvaro Porter, IRTA (Instituto de Investigación y Tecnología Agroalimentarias), Spain

Modern glass building with steel supports under a blue sky, promoting HSA Conference 2026. "Assessing state of consciousness after waterbath stunning in ducks: stunning efficiency, and inter-observer repeatability under commercial conditions". Sarah Lombard, Agence nationale de sécurité sanitaire (Anses), France

Modern glass building with steel supports under a blue sky, promoting HSA Conference 2026. "Behavioural, brainstem and electroencephalographic assessment of the time to loss of consciousness in poultry following non-stunned slaughter". Troy Gibson, Royal Veterinary College, UK

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

We are pleased to begin announcing our speakers for the HSA Conference 2026 - three confirmed speakers presenting new work on welfare monitoring and assessment at the pre-slaughter and slaughter stage. Full programme coming soon. Register now: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSA2026

Modern glass building with steel supports under a blue sky, promoting HSA Conference 2026. "Abattoir Air Quality: An Unknown Quantity - volatile organic compound characterisation in beef abattoirs
Ellie Gannon, Harper Adams University, UK"

Modern glass building with steel supports under a blue sky, promoting HSA Conference 2026. "Automated monitoring of pig and broiler chicken welfare during the pre-slaughter and stunning phase. Noémie van Noten, Flanders Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (ILVO), Belgium"

Modern glass building with steel supports under a blue sky, promoting HSA Conference 2026. "One year of slaughterhouse-based monitoring reveals the welfare status of spent hens in Flanders. Dr Anneleen Watteyn, Flanders Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (ILVO), Belgium"

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Next week, the HSA team will be attending the NSA Sheep Event 2026! If you're attending, come and chat with us. Our experts will be on hand to answer questions and provide advice, support and technical information. Date: 28 July Time: 09:00 - 17:00 Where: Avon Hall, Stand 165 #SheepEvent2026#NSA

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The EU Livestock Strategy, published this month, includes a commitment to a roadmap for low-capacity and mobile slaughterhouses, aimed at supporting local value chains and reducing animal transport. 🔗 European Commission, Livestock Strategy: ow.ly/OjKh50ZmSbW #AnimalTransport

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Wherever you’re based, you can be part of the HSA Conference 2026. With flexible participation options, including both in-person and online registration, it’s easy to join us this October for the latest developments in animal welfare beyond the farm gate. Register today: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSA2026

HSA conference 2026, 20-21 October 2026, the Catalyst, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK and online. The catalyst venue with a blue sky in the background.

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

This month's additions to the HSA research database include studies on electrical stunning, fish welfare, and non-invasive techniques for identifying the sex of developing quail embryos. 🔗 Explore the papers added in June: ow.ly/2ej150Zl1YS

Stack of open and closed research papers on a desk with a green overlay highlighting latest publications in June.

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The Humane Slaughter Association was pleased to join 42 animal protection organisations and legal experts in signing this letter to the Welsh Government, calling for official guidance to end the practice of boiling decapod crustaceans, such as lobsters and crabs, alive.

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

If you've already donated to our Annual Appeal - thank you. If you haven't yet, there's still time. The HSA receives no government funding. Your support makes every research project, training programme & policy submission possible. 🔗 hsa.org.uk/annual-appeal

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

As Small Charities Week comes to a close, we’d like to recognise the people behind HSA. Our small team brings together a wide range of expertise that helps shape wider discussions on animal welfare. Find out more or support our work: ow.ly/13r750Ze5PW #SmallCharitiesWeek

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

It’s Small Charities Week, and we’re proud to be a small team making a big impact. At HSA, our work often happens behind the scenes, but it contributes to improving standards of animal welfare across the UK and beyond. Take a look at what we do: ow.ly/wsXb50Ze5tU #SmallCharitiesWeek

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Join our Poultry Slaughter Training Course - Wed 19 Aug - Humane handling, stunning & bleeding - Theory + practical session - Includes WATOK assessment (pathway to licence for on-farm chicken slaughter) Great for small-scale producers & backyard keepers 🔗 ow.ly/ON8V50Zce7i #PoultryTraining

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

📚 Keeping up to date with the latest research related to animal welfare at marketing, transport and at slaughter? 🔗 Please see our list of recently published scientific articles: www.hsa.org.uk/publications/latest-… #ResearchUpdate

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

🌊 World Ocean Day - 8 June Fish are the most numerous animals farmed and slaughtered for food worldwide. Our recent work on the humane slaughter of wild-caught fish highlights practical steps and priorities for improving welfare outcomes across the sector: ow.ly/YqBE50Z4bS0 #WorldOceanDay

World Ocean Day 8 June 2026 by the Humane Slaughter Association. Underwater photograph of a large group of fish swimming in blue ocean water with sunlight filtering from above. Text reads: “Over 1 trillion fish slaughtered each year.”

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Looking for practical guidance on animal welfare? Our resources cover a range of key areas including: - Handling - Transport - Training - Slaughter Explore them here: www.hsa.org.uk/publications #AnimalWelfare

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Animal welfare at slaughter is widely overlooked, but not by us. The HSA funds research, delivers training and shapes policy to raise standards for millions of animals each year. We rely entirely on supporters like you. 🔗 hsa.org.uk/annual-appeal

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Thank you for submitting an abstract! We are excited to explore the latest discussions and developments addressing the welfare of food production animals during transport, marketing, and at the time of slaughter. 🔗 Register to attend: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSAConference2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Don't forget to come and say hello! We are at the British Pig & Poultry fair today 🐖🐔 Come and see our experts at stand 20/967 for help and advice. #BritishPigAndPoultryFair2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

🫏 On World Donkey Day, we acknowledge the millions of donkeys worldwide who play vital roles in people’s lives and communities. Recognising donkeys as intelligent and sentient animals helps reinforce why humane treatment matters. #WorldDonkeyDay

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

If you are visiting the Pig & Poultry fair next week, come and say hello! Visit us at stand 20/967 for any advice and guidance or to support our work at HSA. We look forward to seeing you. #PigAndPoultryFair2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

🔎 New research is continually shaping best practice in humane transport and slaughter. We’ve just added the latest studies to our website, making it easier to keep up with recent scientific developments in animal welfare. 🔗 View the latest research papers: ow.ly/8Ibs50YUUU2 #AnimalWelfare

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Help us fund research, deliver training & shape policy to improve animal welfare beyond the farm gate. As an independent charity with no government funding, we are only supported by those who care. Our 2026 Annual Appeal is now open 🔗 hsa.org.uk/annual-appeal #AnimalWelfare #AnnualAppeal2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

The HSA Conference 2026 is where science meets practice - with food animal welfare at its core. Due to high demand, abstract submissions are now open until 27 April. 🔗 Submit your abstract: ow.ly/K9xT50YJOlo 🔗 Register now: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSAConference2026 #AnimalWelfare

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Join us for the HSA conference 2026! The conference explores the latest scientific and technological developments in our field. 📍The Catalyst, Newcastle-upon-Tyne 📆 20 - 21 October 2026 Register your place: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSAConference2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Looking for fresh research on humane transport and slaughter? We’ve just added the latest studies to our website, helping you stay informed on recent scientific developments. 📖 ow.ly/KRWW50YIQz1 #AnimalWelfare

Stack of open and closed research journals with a green overlay highlighting latest papers on humane transport and slaughter for March.

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

📢 Don't miss your chance to participate! There's just one week left to submit your abstracts for the HSA Conference 2026. Submit your abstract: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 Submission deadline: 20 April 2026 #HSAConference #SubmitYourAbstract

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Sharing knowledge, research and best practice at the HSA conference contributes to real, lasting improvements in food animal welfare, globally. This is your opportunity to add your work to that conversation. Submit your abstract: www.hsa.org.uk/news-events/hsa-conference-2026 #HSAConference2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Working on something that could advance food animal welfare? Abstract submissions for the HSA Conference 2026 are open - don't miss your chance to share your work a global community. 🐄 Submit your abstract here: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 #HSAConference2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

The HSA is running a captive-bolt training course on 23rd April - delivered by licensed personnel, grounded in science, and open to all experience levels. Places are limited! Book your place: hsa.org.uk/training-education/captive-bolt-training-courses #AnimalWelfare #Training

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

HSA has joined the FAIRR Initiative - a network raising awareness of risks and opportunities in the global food system. Membership helps us ensure our investments in livestock‑related companies are ethical and supports collective engagement on animal welfare. Find out more: www.fairr.org

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

📢 Abstract submission is now open! The Humane Slaughter Association is now welcoming abstract submissions for our 2026 conference. Conference details and submissions portal: hsa.org.uk/conf2026 📆 20 - 21 October 2026 📍 The Catalyst, Newcastle-upon-Tyne #AnimalWelfare #HSAConference2026

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the researchers, professionals, and students whose expertise and dedication continue to strengthen the scientific foundations of animal welfare. Their work makes a meaningful difference to animals’ lives every day. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInScience

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