As of October 30, Aldi will introduce new packaging labels that reflect enhanced stocking density requirements for fresh chickens, emphasizing animal welfare.
- This initiative is a continuation of Aldi’s previous efforts, such as ceasing the sale of eggs from caged hens.
- By increasing space by 20% beyond industry norms, Aldi aligns with other supermarkets’ welfare improvements.
- Aldi maintains its commitment to sourcing from British farms, ensuring transparency in its supply chain.
- This move is part of a broader trend among retailers to enhance animal welfare standards.
Aldi will prominently feature new labels on their fresh chicken packaging starting October 30, reflecting their commitment to improved animal welfare standards. This change allows consumers to easily identify products that meet new, stricter stocking density requirements, which provide 20% more space than current industry standards.
Efforts to improve animal welfare are not new to Aldi. Earlier this year, the company eliminated the sale of eggs from caged hens, achieving its cage-free target over a year ahead of schedule.
Aldi’s decision mirrors similar moves by other supermarkets, such as Lidl, which has also committed to increasing the space provided to its own-label fresh chickens by 20%. These actions signify a broader shift within the retail industry towards improved animal welfare practices.
Continuing its focus on ethical sourcing, Aldi ensures all its fresh chickens are sourced from British farms. This dedication not only supports local agriculture but also enhances the transparency and traceability of their supply chain.
Julie Ashfield, Aldi’s managing director of buying, emphasizes the significance of these changes. She states, “Animal welfare is of paramount importance to us, and we’ve been working hard with our suppliers to reduce stocking density to help us improve the welfare conditions for chickens.”
Aldi’s introduction of new stocking density labels underscores its ongoing commitment to enhancing animal welfare standards above industry norms.
