I RECENTLY asked an assistant in a local supermarket about what the labels meant on
the meat products.
I saw labels saying 'Free Range', 'Farm Assured', 'Organic', 'Freedom Food' and many others.
He wasn't able to help, so I thought I would try and find out myself. In doing so I discovered a little booklet that other readers might find of use, I am sure they are as confused as I am!
Compassion in World Farming have a 'Compassionate Shoppers Guide' that explains all
these labels and what they mean about how the animal has been treated. It explains how to tell from the label whether an animal has been left in a restricted environment, and if it has been given suitable and bedding materials.
If your readers are interested in the welfare of farm animals I would recommend they
the organisation for a copy, the number 01730 268 863.
STEPHEN SCRIMSHAW, Hamilton Road,
Evesham.
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