KFC CHICKEN
April 1st, 2003
BY PHILIP FINE
KFC, America's largest chicken chain, says it will be changing some slaughter practices in order treat its chickens more humanely. The Louisville, Kentucky-based company said that it has adopted eight guidelines for farmers that address breeding, hatching and raising of poultry, including adequate growth space and routine inspections of facilities. They also involve improvements to the education and training of poultry supplier personnel and the creation of "appropriate comfort and shelter" for birds. The People for the Ethical Treatment ...
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