Tesco and Asda have suspended supplies from Somerby Top Farm after allegations of animal cruelty surfaced. The farm, operated by Cranswick, faces scrutiny following reports of workers hitting pigs and neglecting visible injuries during welfare checks. Covert filming revealed severe abuse, including botched killings, and inspections were alarmingly brief. Red Tractor has suspended the farm's certification as a consequence of the distressing footage exposed. These allegations raise significant concerns regarding animal welfare standards in food production.
Workers at Somerby Top Farm reportedly hit pigs with boards, paddles, and fists, deliberately targeting areas such as snouts and eyes. Welfare checks often ignored visible injuries and suffering, with one inspection of 1,000 pigs lasting just 90 seconds.
Covert filming at Somerby Top Farm by Animal Justice Project captured severely abusive practices, including multiple botched killings of lame piglets, highlighting serious animal welfare concerns.
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