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Australian scientists study livestock stress

09/12/2010

Scientists in Australia are looking into ways in which livestock stress can be reduced, by gaining insights into how animals’ minds work. The Australian Commonwealth Scientific and Research Organisation (CSIRO) hopes the results of the study will expand their understanding of emotional and cognitive functions of livestock and how farming practices impact animal welfare. The study is funded by Meat and Livestock Australia.

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