Morrisons announces 'improvements' to chicken welfare standards

The retailer said by November 2024, all of its own-brand fresh chicken will be grown with over 20 per cent more space than the industry standard of 38kg/m2

Chris Brayford
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Morrisons said by November 2024, all of its own-brand fresh chicken will be grown with over 20 per cent more space than the industry standard of 38kg/m2
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Morrisons said by November 2024, all of its own-brand fresh chicken will be grown with over 20 per cent more space than the industry standard of 38kg/m2

A major retailer has confirmed plans to lower stock density of farmed chickens to 'boost' animal welfare standards. Morrisons said it aims to reduce stocking density of its own-brand fresh chicken to...

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