Fuller W. (Texas A & M University) Bazer 
Animal Welfare in Animal Agriculture 
Husbandry, Stewardship, and Sustainability in Animal Production

What constitutes animal welfare? With animals being used for companionship, service, research, food, fiber, and by-products, animal welfare is a topic of great interest and importance to society. As the world”s population continues to increase, a major challenge for society is the maintenance of a strong and viable food system, which is linked to t