Why is it relevant to analyse pig vocalisations?

Why would it be interesting to understand pig vocalisations? A recent piece of research delved into the different sounds a pig can make. A better understanding of pig sounds can help pig producers to make better management decisions, explains pig welfare expert Dr Irene Camerlink. A recent scientific publication on pig vocalisation received widespread media attention. 16 prominent scientists from across Europe analysed more than 7,000 pig calls in different commercial farm contexts. Automated