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Inquiry launched after undercover filming raises welfare concerns at turkey farm

Red Tractor suspends Hockenhull Turkeys after footage shows staff member urinating in a pen

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A farm has been suspended by Red Tractor after disturbing footage showing mistreatment of birds emerged
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A farm has been suspended by Red Tractor after disturbing footage showing mistreatment of birds emerged

A major Lincolnshire turkey producer has been suspended by Red Tractor after concerns were raised about animal welfare and biosecurity. The farm assurance body said it had ‘taken immediate action' after...

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