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You are here: HomePublicationsOn-farm Killing of Livestock for Disease Control Purposes Killing methods available for species and their suitability for circumstances

Killing methods available for species and their suitability for circumstances

When selecting killing methods for use during depopulation, the welfare of the affected animals must be a priority, but it is also important to note that the means used to kill may reduce the options for subsequent carcase disposal.

The methods suitable for killing mammals are not suitable for killing poultry. The next section is divided into mammals and poultry, click the links at the side or below to access the relevant section.

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