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‘Rapid growth must be banned’
It would take a long time to explain, but in summary we can say that if a ‘fast growing’ a
‘Chickens report organ damage attributable mainly to genetic selection’
Genetic selection… that is? Broiler breeds are the result of selection. Although the term ‘genetic’ makes one think of who
“Farmed chickens have low immune defences due to a limited genetic make-up”.
Gratuitous and false claims. Have they tested the antibody kits of those animals they refer to? Of how many?
“The growth of broilers is as if a child weighs 300 kilos in just two months.”
Comparisons between different breeds are meaningless and alone disqualify any claims made by the anti-farming teams. Compared to an ant,
“…factory farms bring human-imposed suffering to animals selected to maximise their profits at the expense of their health”
Would the farmer then have an interest in making his animals suffer and die in order to make more money?
“Farmed chickens die much earlier than the 7-10 years a non-broiler chicken might reach.”
Actually they are bred to produce meat and eggs and not to become pets! Speaking of companion animals, an honest
“… those on intensive farms are chickens genetically condemned to suffer…”
The chickens reared are genetically selected according to their natural voracity, letting them grow up to 3-4 kg because beyond
“… but chickens are bred exclusively for meat production…”
What else should they be bred for? Every year millions of chickens are used to meet demand. The poultry industry
Is it true that animals are frustrated by their inability to express their natural behaviour in a small space?
There are no natural behaviours prevented by farming. Bearing in mind that these are, in any case, animals intended for
Is it true that it is better to prefer products from farms that are kinder to animals, people and the planet?
Professional poultry farms are all respectful of animals, people and the planet. Data, farm management manuals, researchers, independent veterinarians, history…