UK court rules farming must prioritize animal welfare over profit, impacting fast-growing chicken breeds.

The UK Court of Appeal has ruled that farming regulations must prioritize animal welfare over profit, following a case brought by The Humane League UK against the government over fast-growing chicken breeds. While the court couldn't determine if these breeds are unlawful due to conflicting evidence, it stated that regulations must prioritize animal health over commercial benefits. The Humane League UK criticized the government for not addressing the welfare issues, while Defra argued it doesn't need to set laws on specific breeds.

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