Adelaide Plains piggery owners face animal cruelty charges

Five people linked to an Adelaide Plains piggery are facing dozens of animal cruelty charges following an investigation by the RSPCA South Australia.

The charges relate to alleged mistreatment of multiple pigs at Andgar Piggery near Dublin, with one person facing 49 charges and four others facing 31 each.

The investigation began last year after video footage was submitted showing conditions inside the property, prompting an inspection by RSPCA inspectors and PIRSA veterinary staff.

The RSPCA says multiple pigs were euthanised during the inspection, while 21 animal welfare notices were issued requiring immediate action to address welfare concerns.

Court documents allege hundreds of pigs were subjected to poor living conditions, including inadequate shelter and hygiene issues.

The matter appeared in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court this week and has been adjourned, with the RSPCA saying it will not provide further comment while proceedings continue.