Fast-growing breeds are dying before they reach ‘slaughter age’, new research reveals
Animal welfare campaigners say the mortality rates could be significantly reduced by better welfare standards.Animal welfare campaigners say the mortality rates could be significantly reduced by better welfare standards.More than a million meat chickens are dying every week in the UK before reaching slaughter weight, according to a new report.
“The utter misery these animals face on a daily basis is unnecessary and would outrage even the most ardent meat-eaters because it serves no purpose but to satisfy the profits of our major supermarkets, who refuse to help them.” The roadcaster and conservationist Chris Packham said consumers would be shocked by the truth about poultry farming conditions.Commitment, it is not yet supported by the biggest supermarkets in Britain. Its backers to date include Marks & Spencer, Waitrose, Pret, KFC and the food service company the Compass Group. Sainsbury’s announced in April that its fresh chicken would be bred with 20% more space than the UK standard by March 2023.
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