McDonalds improves hen welfare in US


24 August 2000



McDonalds improves hen welfare in US


FAST food giant McDonalds has ordered egg suppliers in the US to phase out de-beaking and provide bigger cages, reports The Independent.

McDonalds decided upon these new standards after recommendations by a panel of scientists appointed to address concerns from lobby groups.

A spokesman said the company wanted to be a leader on the issue.

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