Publikacje: mEATquality (English)
Postmortem muscle proteomics reveals breed specific responses to environmental enrichment and broiler meat quality
The meat industry faces growing pressure to adopt sustainable and welfare-friendly practices. This study used mass spectrometry-based proteomics to examine the effects of genetics
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Pig native breeds for outdoor farming
Pigs obtained by crossing local native breeds with conventional commercial
breeds are better adapted to the outdoor environment, compared to pigs of
conventional breeds.
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Pig genetics for sustainable and quality pork production
Optimised genetics in pigs is key for the sustainability and quality of pork production, as well as for addressing challenges such as disease resistance and environmental impact
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Agri-food industry by-products and functional additives for pig feeding
Food waste can be reduced by many tons per year and converted to valuable
feed for animals. A Practice Abstract by mEATquality project.
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Environmental enrichment to improve pig welfare. A Practice Abstract by the mEATquality project highlights that the right type, amount, and frequency of renewal of environmental enrichment can significantly improve pig welfare. Find the full Practice Abstract here: https://meatquality.eu/training-materials/
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The mEATquality project and the enhancement of the sustainability of acorn-fed Iberian pig production
Our latest article in “Cerdo Ibérico” highlights the findings from the mEATquality project on sustainable Iberian pig production.
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mEATquality at EMAC 2025
At the 54th EMAC Conference in Madrid, the mEATquality project hosted a well-attended session on consumer preferences for sustainable meat.
We shared insights from three consumer studies on:
Blockchain and trust
Visual cues at point-of-sale
How information affects taste perception
The session sparked a great discussion on the ethics of promoting “better” meat vs. reducing consumption.
Learn more about this event: https://meatquality.eu/media/
At the 54th EMAC Conference in Madrid, the mEATquality project hosted a well-attended session on consumer preferences for sustainable meat.
We shared insights from three consumer studies on:
Blockchain and trust Visual cues at point-of-sale How information affects taste perceptionThe session sparked a great discussion on the ethics of promoting “better” meat vs. reducing consumption.
Learn more about this event: https://meatquality.eu/media/ 
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The role of ethical orientation in animal welfare choice behaviour: A segmentation study
Published in Food Quality and Preference
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At the Agro-Livestock Fair of Valle de los Pedroches, we proudly presented the latest developments from the EU-funded #mEATquality project — advancing sustainability, animal welfare, and meat quality in European pig farming.
During our session, “mEATquality Project: Meat Quality, Sustainability & Animal Welfare in European Extensive Pig Farming”, we discussed powerful tools like the Sustainability Calculator and Life Cycle Analysis.
Key Insight: Iberian acorn-fed pigs raised in the dehesa ecosystem not only deliver exceptional meat quality — they also contribute to a carbon-negative
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