Source: Meat and Poultry
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has named Temple Grandin, PhD, as the 2025 recipient of its prestigious Humane Award, honoring her decades-long contributions to animal welfare. As a professor at Colorado State University and a pioneering advocate for humane livestock handling, Grandin has transformed how food animals are raised and treated, with her systems used worldwide and widely adopted in North American beef plants.
Diagnosed with autism at a young age, her unique way of thinking has enabled groundbreaking insights into animal behavior, leading to innovations in humane treatment and welfare standards. Her extensive work includes scientific research, best-selling books, and industry-changing auditing protocols embraced by major corporations and government agencies. Grandin has served on multiple AVMA advisory panels and earned numerous national and international accolades. She will receive the award and speak at AVMA Convention 2025 in Washington, DC. Her recognition underscores her profound influence on animal agriculture and advocacy for humane care.
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