End long distance LIVE transport
Pig truck crossing United States Mexican border
Pigs transported across America
Each year, millions of live farm animals around the world are transported thousands of miles for slaughter, or to places where they will be fattened for slaughter.
This trade is a worldwide phenomenon. In North and South America, Australia and Europe, animals often have to endure journeys across vast distances before long voyages at sea to reach their final destination.
Read more about our main concerns and issues.
Live animal exports from the UK
Currently, British calves and sheep are being exported through the port of Ramsgate in Kent. Compassion in World Farming and local campaigners are determined to end this trade.
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Sheep unloaded from truck
Sheep "unloaded" from truck
European lobbying
We lobby decision makers in the EU to make and enforce animal welfare legislation.
Working with international bodies
We seek to put animal welfare on the list of priorities of international bodies, such as the World Animal Health Organisation (OIE) and the World Trade Organisation.
Take action
Find out how you can help us campaign to end the long distance transport of live animals now.
