Perdue, the fourth-largest poultry producer of the U.S. has announced that it will pay for its 2,000 growers’ animal welfare improvements. The company is footing the bill for the retrofitting of chicken houses to include such first-class amenities as windows, perches and more room for chickens to spread their wings. The first 200 renovations are expected to be completed by the end of 2016. The company says it will also tweak the way it uses its tournament system, offering points to growers who meet certain humane handling standards.
Leading U.S. poultry producer raises animal welfare standards
More of Today's Solutions
A personalized mRNA Vaccine provides ‘real hope’ for melanoma pat...
In a major development in cancer research, scientists started testing the world's first tailored mRNA cancer vaccine for melanoma. This revolutionary strategy has enormous ...
Read MorePro parenting tips to spark your children’s life-long love for the grea...
In today's digital world, the pull of screens can be difficult to overcome, particularly for kids. However, the dangers of spending too much time ...
Read MoreFor Greenlanders, eating sugar is significantly healthier
Sugar is vital for humans to survive as fuels us with energy, that’s why mother nature made the sweet treat so delicious! Although, for ...
Read MorePatagonia’s billionaire founder gives company away to save the planet
Eco-conscious outdoor apparel brand Patagonia has a history of setting the bar high when it comes to environmentally-friendly practices and mindset. Now, the company’s ...
Read More
