As UK supermarkets seek cost-cutting options, cheaper chicken from Poland and beef from Australia and Uruguay is appearing on shelves. Morrisons has begun selling Polish chicken, which is produced under less stringent welfare standards than UK poultry, prompting criticism from the National Farmers' Union. Asda has also introduced cheaper Argentine beef, presenting a challenge to local farmers. Critics, including MP Tim Farron, argue that these practices undermine British agriculture and compromise animal welfare, while highlighting the problematic nature of trade deals enhancing imports.
Tim Farron condemned Morrisons' sourcing practices, accusing them of undermining British farmers while pretending to prioritize local sourcing, highlighting a significant integrity issue.
Morrisons' decision to stock cheaper foreign meats illustrates the pressure supermarkets face to reduce costs, even if it means compromising on UK animal welfare standards.
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