51AVÊÓÆµ

Major food chains withdraw from Better Chicken Commitment's animal welfare policy

KFC, Wagamama, Burger King, and Taco Bell are some of the chains to step away from BCC and launch the Sustainable Chicken Forum

Chris Brayford
clock • 9 min read
"Are we really saying that, as a society, we are unwilling to allow a few more days of life to ensure such an outcome?" There has been mixed reaction to the announcement that fast food giants have decided to step away from the Better Chicken Commitment.
Image:

"Are we really saying that, as a society, we are unwilling to allow a few more days of life to ensure such an outcome?" There has been mixed reaction to the announcement that fast food giants have decided to step away from the Better Chicken Commitment.

Fast food giants have been accused of backtracking on chicken welfare standards after withdrawing from the Better Chicken Commitment (BCC) policy and launching a new cross-industry initiative instead...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

Ìý

More on Poultry

UK salmonella cases linked to imported eggs nears 500

UK salmonella cases linked to imported eggs nears 500

Cases have been associated with eating out from small cafés, restaurants and takeaway businesses

Mia Willemsen
clock 28 August 2026 • 2 min read
Opinion: Salmonella issue brings import hypocrisy to the forefront

Opinion: Salmonella issue brings import hypocrisy to the forefront

It is time to ensure food being brought in is held to the same standard

Alex Black
clock 28 August 2026 • 2 min read
Salmonella outbreak which left one dead linked to imported eggs

Salmonella outbreak which left one dead linked to imported eggs

Businesses have been encouraged to source UK eggs to minimise risk

Alex Black
clock 19 August 2026 • 2 min read