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<p>Beef farming is associated with substantial environmental impacts, and the assessment of intensive fattening systems is increasingly critical, particularly in light of growing animal welfare concerns. This study evaluates the environmental impacts of specialised beef fattening farms in the Veneto region of Italy at both the farm and regional levels. The decline in the number of animals fattened in these systems has led to a corresponding reduction in regional beef production-related emissions. For the first time, we also quantify the environmental impacts linked to animal welfare outcomes. We find that animals raised on slatted floors, which are associated with higher mortality rates, contribute disproportionately to these welfare-related environmental impacts. These findings offer valuable insights for both farmers and policymakers, underscoring the importance of integrating environmental and animal welfare considerations in the development of future housing and management strategies.</p>

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Environmental impacts of intensive beef fattening: a case study in the Veneto region, Italy

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    2026年4月13日

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  • Oliver Martinić,
  • Luisa Magrin,
  • Joseph Poore,
  • Valentina Caldart,
  • Barbara Contiero,
  • Giulio Cozzi,
  • Flaviana Gottardo,
  • Harriet Bartlett

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Beef farming is associated with substantial environmental impacts, and the assessment of intensive fattening systems is increasingly critical, particularly in light of growing animal welfare concerns. This study evaluates the environmental impacts of specialised beef fattening farms in the Veneto region of Italy at both the farm and regional levels. The decline in the number of animals fattened in these systems has led to a corresponding reduction in regional beef production-related emissions. For the first time, we also quantify the environmental impacts linked to animal welfare outcomes. We find that animals raised on slatted floors, which are associated with higher mortality rates, contribute disproportionately to these welfare-related environmental impacts. These findings offer valuable insights for both farmers and policymakers, underscoring the importance of integrating environmental and animal welfare considerations in the development of future housing and management strategies.