Horrors of chicken farming take the spotlight ahead of Swedish general election

A major TV network in Sweden aired an investigation into the horrors of chicken factory farming, showcasing footage from Project 1882 that revealed the suffering of chickens in Swedish facilities. The footage depicted bloody and injured chickens, as well as overcrowded and unsanitary conditions, highlighting the need to ban fast-growing breeds in Sweden and at the EU level. The release of this information comes ahead of the Swedish general election, with several political parties already showing support for chicken welfare reform.

Fast-growing chickens, bred to reach slaughter weight in a short period of time, suffer from a range of health issues and discomfort. The majority of chickens in the EU are bred this way, leading to widespread suffering in the industry. Calls for a ban on fast-growing breeds are growing stronger, with hopes for progress in animal welfare legislation in the EU in the near future.