Investigation raises questions about Costco’s organic chicken
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A new investigation alleges that some farms supplying Costco’s organic chicken may be exploiting gaps in organic regulations while concealing troubling animal-welfare conditions. The report suggests that limited inspections and weak enforcement can allow producers to maintain organic certification even when their practices may not reflect what consumers expect from the label. The findings raise broader concerns about transparency, animal treatment, and whether shoppers can trust organic claims in grocery stores.
Source
Rasmussen SN, Wurtz KE, Erasmus M, Riber AB. “Animal-based methods for the assessment of broiler chicken welfare in organic and conventional production systems.” Applied Animal Behaviour Science. 2024;276:106300.
Additional Reading
https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/496846/costco-chicken-cruelty-investigation-pilgrims-pride
https://organicconsumers.org/costcos-organic-chicken-isnt-what-it-seems/