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1 Animal Welfare in pig production January, Parma (Italy) Brochure Training activities on Animal Welfare mainly for EU Member States under the 'Better Training for Safer Food' Initiative. Service Contract N Contractor: lstituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale dell'abruzzo e del Molise "G.Caporale" Sub-contractors: Aarhus University (DK), Scotland s Rural College (UK), Università degli Studi di Milano (I)

Training for Safer Food' Initiative. Service Contract N.

2 When and Where The training course will be held on January 2014, in Parma (PR), Italy. Photo: Parma is a city, located in the Emilia-Romagna Region, famous for its architecture, surrounding countryside and food-industry. The city hosts the University of Parma, one of the oldest universities in the World. Perfect picture of a comfortable provincial city, Parma offers locals through pretty piazzas and elegant cafés; beautifully preserved monuments and exhibitions of delicious food. Parma City of Art and City of Music reminds the name of Giuseppe Verdi; his music and art is present in the story of the city and in its atmosphere. Originally Etruscan, Parma achieved importance as a Roman colony across the Via Emilia. As the Roman authority declined, the city passed to the Goths, the Lombards and then the Franks. Like most northern Italian cities, in the 11 th century, Parma was nominally a part of the Holy Roman Empire created by Charlemagne, but locally governed by its bishops; the first was Guibodus. In the subsequent struggles between the Papacy and the Empire, Parma was usually a member of the Imperial party. During the following centuries, it was under the Visconti family, the Sforza s, the French and finally the Papacy until Parma was ruled by the Farnese family in name of the Pope from 1545 to 1731, until the Bourbons took control, leading in a period of peace and intensive cultural activity. At the beginning of the 19th century, following Napoleon s incursions into northern Italy, Parma experienced a period of instability that ended with Italian unification. During the II World War, Parma was very active in the partisan resistance. 1

The city hosts the University of Parma, one of the oldest universities in the World.

3 The city has some very interesting monuments to see and visit. Duomo Battistero Photo: Ambiente Regione Emilia Romagna Photo. The Parma s Duomo, consecrated in 1106, has a classic Lombard-Romanesque style in its outside. Inside, there are some real treasures: up in the dome, Antonio Correggio s Assunzione della Vergine (Assumption of the Virgin) is a kaleidoscopic of cherubims and angels, while down in the southern transept, Benedetto Antelami s Deposizione (Descent from the Cross; 1178) relief is considered a masterpiece of its type. The Battistero ( ), on the south side of the same square hosting the Duomo, is a work of Benedetto Antelami. This is an octagonal pink-marble building, combining Romanesque and Gothic styles, including a set of figures representing the months, seasons and signs of the zodiac. The National Gallery displays Parma s main art collection. It is possible to find there paintings by local artists, Correggio and Parmigianino, and by Fra Angelico, Canaletto and El Greco. Parma hosts also an important theatre: Teatro Farnese. Rebuilt to original plans after Second World War bombing, the theatre was built in 1618 by Giovanni Battista Aleotti. It is almost entirely made out of wood in a Baroque-style. Coming over Piazza della Pace, the monumental Palazzo della Pilotta is hard to miss. Supposedly named after the Spanish ball game of pelota that was once played within its walls, it was originally built for the Farnese family between 1583 and Bombed in the Second World War, it has been rebuilt and today houses several events and expositions. 2

Inside, there are some real treasures: up in the dome, Antonio Correggio s Assunzione della Vergine (Assumption of the Virgin) is a kaleidoscopic of cherubims and angels, while down in the southern

4 Teatro Farnese Photo: On the site of the ancient Roman forum, Piazza Garibaldi is a lively center divided by Parma's main east-west artery, Via Mazzini, and its continuation, Strada della Repubblica. On the north side of this square, there is the Palazzo del Governatore, Governor's Palace, dating from 13 th century. Today it hosts municipal offices, expositions and cultural events.. Behind the Palazzo del Governatore, the visitor can find the Chiesa di Santa Maria della Steccata. The church has inside some of Parmigianino s most extraordinary work, notably the frescoes on the arches above the altar. Many members of the ruling Farnese and Bourbon families lie buried here. Palazzo del Governatore 3

On the north side of this square, there is the Palazzo del Governatore, Governor's Palace, dating from 13 th century.

5 Accomodation Participants, tutors, and speakers will be hosted at: Hotel Parma & Congressi Via Emilia Ovest, 281/A Parma, Italy Phone: Website: Meals All meals, including coffee breaks, are foreseen. All the extra are not included. Breakfast includes: sweet and savoury buffet; fresh juices; 1 hot drink (coffee, tea, cappuccino, chocolate, etc.) Lunches and dinners at Hotel Parma & Congressi consist of both warm and cold buffets with starters/salads, different main courses and desserts. The restaurant serves international cuisine with a strong local influence. Vegetarian needs have already been considered for both lunches and dinners. In case of specific alimentary requirements, we kindly ask to inform the Technical Secretariat. Everything not mentioned has to be considered an extra. 4

Breakfast includes: sweet and savoury buffet; fresh juices; 1 hot drink (coffee, tea, cappuccino, chocolate, etc.

6 Hotel Parma & Congressi : cafè and restaurant Social Events On Wednesday 22 January 2014, a social dinner will be served in the Room Gilda, at the Hotel. A guided tour of Parma will be organised on 23 January

will be served in the Room Gilda, at the Hotel.

7 Conference centre, Technical Secretariat and services The course will be held in the fully equipped Conference Centre provided by the hotel: direct phone line Wi-Fi Internet audio-visual equipment slide projector amplifier system fixed and mobile microphones. The technical assistance will be always available in. During the whole duration of the course, the personnel in charge of the Technical Secretariat, currently speaking English, Spanish and French, will be available to offer the participants all the necessary support (general information, logistics, program, material etc.). A Secretariat area will be equipped with computers, Internet access, printer and other supplies to guarantee an efficient organisation. 6

During the whole duration of the course, the personnel in charge of the Technical Secretariat, currently speaking English, Spanish and French, will be available to offer the

Animal welfare during transport and related operations 21/24 June 2011 Italy. Brochure

Animal welfare during transport and related operations 21/24 June 2011 Italy Brochure www.izs.it www.areteonline.net WHEN AND WHERE The training course will be held on 21 24 June 2011, in San Martino in