22 Dec 2025
UK Confirms Cage Farming Phase Out by 2030
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UK Government Announces Animal Welfare Strategy to Phase Out Cages by 2030
The UK government has confirmed plans to phase out colony cages for hens and farrowing crates for sows by 2030. While the move aims to improve welfare standards, producers warn that higher costs could leave UK farmers exposed to cheaper imports, with around half of pig meat already sourced overseas.
Industry groups are calling for welfare equivalence on imports and clear transition support.
Source article: Food Ingredients First | 22 December 2025
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