Cranswick, a major UK meat producer, faced a 7.5% drop in shares following allegations of animal abuse at Northmoor Farm. Suspensions from major supermarkets, including Asda and Tesco, followed the release of covert footage showing workers mistreating pigs. The footage included shocking scenes of abuse, prompting immediate action from supermarket chains. Cranswick, despite generating nearly £2.6 billion in revenue in 2024, now faces scrutiny over animal welfare practices, highlighting the significant economic impact of ethical controversies on businesses.
'Covert footage emerged over the weekend, appearing to show workers at Northmoor Farm in Lincolnshire abusing piglets. Workers were filmed holding piglets by their hind legs and slamming them to the ground.'
'A sow was also shown being beaten with metal bars... A worker who failed to kill a sow using a bolt gun reportedly said to an undercover investigator: Donât let nobody see you doing like what we did.'
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