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Meat Consumption in Germany at Record Low

Published on May 14, 2022
At 55 kg per capita, Germans ate less meat in 2021 than they have for a long time. There are several causes for this positive development.

Less Suffering in the Aquaculture Industry

Published on April 6, 2022
Through our work, we contribute to increasing the importance of animal welfare for fishes and other aquatic animals.

Six New Members Join Chicken Commitment

Published on March 27, 2022
Two food producers, one specialist wholesaler and three student service organizations have committed to raise their animal welfare standards.

Rewe Supports Higher Minimum Standards

Published on March 22, 2022
The German food retailer Rewe will advocate for more animal welfare in chicken farming―in a different way, however, than we had demanded.

7 New Signatories to the Chicken Commitment

Published on December 16, 2021
More and more companies and institutions are joining the Chicken Commitment, thereby setting higher standards for chickens raised for meat.

2 Bakery Groups Going Cage-Free

Published on December 13, 2021
All bakeries, cafes and restaurants that are part of groups Le Duff and Focus Brands will no longer be using cage eggs in the near future.

More Animal Welfare in Aquacultures

Published on December 13, 2021
We have been able to contribute greatly to the improvement of animal welfare standards for billions of fishes and other aquatic animals.

Interview: The Chicken Commitment in Practice

Published on December 8, 2021
Norsk Kylling is the first Norwegian producer in the Chicken Commitment. COO Hilde Talseth told us about their experiences.

Castration of Piglets Only with Anesthesia

Published on October 20, 2021
The castration of piglets without anesthesia has been prohibited in Germany since Januaryy 1, 2021. How is the transition process coming along?

Student Service Organization No. 10

Published on September 14, 2021
We are excited that the tenth student service organization has joined the European Chicken Commitment and will reduce the suffering of chickens.