Optimal animal welfare outcomes during slaughter are not merely a function of infrastructure and protocols, but are driven by the culture of care created on the plant floor every day. This session, featuring Dr. Kip Lukasiewicz and  Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway, explores how leadership, employee engagement, and shared responsibility drive humane outcomes at harvest operations.

Attendees will examine what defines a strong culture of animal welfare, how expectations are reinforced through daily behaviors and decisions, and how organizations can empower employees at all levels to uphold animal care standards. Through real-world insights and applied examples, this session highlights how culture serves as the foundation for consistent, humane handling and continuous improvement.