One of the greatest disruptors in livestock innovation is one of the oldest tools we have – manpower. A growing body of research reinforces that to continuously improve animal welfare, you must first focus on people. It takes an incredible team, made up of dedicated staff to care for animals, as they are complex, sentient beings that require special care and attention from highly skilled experts. Michelle Calvo-Lorenzo at Elanco explores the factors that are critical in understanding what caretakers need and want, knowing that livestock require care all year round.