Research & Knowledge Hub

Evidence-informed animal welfare research for East Africa

Publishing peer-reviewed non-clinical surveys, agro-economic analyses, and technical policy briefs supporting humane livestock systems and agricultural resilience.

Technical Publications

Current research papers and policy briefs

Antimicrobial Stewardship Through Lower Stocking Densities

Epidemiological analysis examining the correlation between humane stocking rates, reduced disease incidence, and lower veterinary intervention costs in regional flocks.

One Welfare Frameworks for Regional Agricultural Policy

Cage-Free Egg Production Economics in Kenyan Smallholder Systems

Policy recommendations for integrating animal welfare metrics into national livestock master plans and sustainable agricultural development goals.

A comprehensive baseline survey assessing capital expenditure, feed conversion ratios, and market access premiums for smallholder poultry producers across Central Kenya.

Field Methodology

Rigorous non-clinical data collection across East African farming communities

IAW’s research methodology centers on participatory rural appraisals, longitudinal farm surveys, and non-invasive observational studies conducted in partnership with regional universities and agricultural extension officers.

By abstaining from clinical veterinary service delivery, our research team maintains absolute objectivity, producing unimpeachable socioeconomic datasets that development partners and policymakers rely upon for long-term strategic planning.

Advance humane agriculture through academic collaboration

We welcome inquiries from international universities, research institutes, and institutional grantmakers seeking a credible Kenyan partner for joint agricultural studies.