We Care – 6 Ethical Principles for the Pork Industry
Environment
We affirm our obligation to safeguard natural resources in all of our practices.
Our livelihoods are directly tied to the land, water and air, so we know better than anyone the importance of protecting the planet’s natural resources. We are committed to managing manure as a valuable resource and using it in a manner that protects air and water quality, while enhancing soil health. We use buffer strips and tree windbreaks to improve air, soil, and water quality and to preserve wildlife habitats.
Water Quality
Learn more about how farmers are developing strategies to protect and improve water quality.
Soil Health
Learn more about how pig farmers increase soil productivity and enhance soil bio-diversity.
Quality Assurance
Learn how pig farmers engage with the scientific community, government agencies, &food chain partners.
Want to learn more about the overall environmental impact and carbon footprint of pig farmers across the US?
Learn more about the rest of our We Care commitments:
Food Safety
Our Community
Our People
Animal Well-Being
Public Health
The pork industry’s commitment to the We Care Ethical Principles is supported by The National Pork Board, the National Pork Producers Council, and other state organizations across the country. Visit PorkCares.org to learn more about these organizations.