UK's Co-op Group raises welfare standards for chickens in supply chain, providing 30% more space per square meter.

The Co-op Group, a UK-based retailer, is implementing higher welfare standards for chickens in its supply chain, ensuring all fresh whole chickens have at least 30 kg of space per square meter, which is 30% more space than standard ranges, in response to customer demand for higher welfare chicken options. This decision comes as the Co-op's poultry operations have processed over 10.5 million chickens per week in the UK and Europe, with more high welfare chickens being produced than ever before.

February 28, 2024
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