• Livestock should be land-based and integrated with farm cropping enterprises
• Animals should be provided with conditions that enable them to exhibit natural behaviors
• Dependency on veterinary medicines should be reduced without jeopardizing the well-being of animals

Animals having outdoor access, shade, shelter, lighting and sufficient space for them to undertake free movement and to exhibit natural behaviors.

Using breeds and strains well-suited and adapted to the prevailing conditions.

Implementing herd and flock planning based on sound ecological practices and epidemiological knowledge.

Undertaking good practice with regard to biosecurity.

Maintaining animals in closed herds and flocks and at stocking rates that enables free-movement, reduces risks of disease spread and minimizes environmental damage.

Forage and grazing being the main source of nutrients for ruminants, and continuously available to non-ruminants.

Avoiding the use of mutilations as standard production practices.

Improved understanding and responsible usage of veterinary medicines.