SECTION 4.1 OF THESE GUIDELINES FOR AT LEAST ONE GENERATION OR, IN THE...

34. The stocking density in buildings should:

– provide for the comfort and well being of the livestock having regard for the species, the breed and the

age of the livestock;

– take into account the behavioural needs of the livestock with respect to the size of the group and the sex

of the livestock;

– provide them with sufficient space to stand naturally, lie down easily, turn round, groom themselves, and

assume all natural postures and movements such as stretching and wing flapping.