Frankenchickens: Major Fast-Food Brands Scrap Animal Welfare Pledge, Including Nando's And KFC

Frankenchickens: Major Fast-Food Brands Scrap Animal Welfare Pledge, Including Nando's And KFC

Several major fast-food brands have withdrawn from a key animal welfare pledge in order to keep using “frankenchickens,” including Nando’s and KFC. The companies cited ongoing supply issues and environmental concerns related to the proposed transition away from fast-growing chicken breeds. Read more: Animal Agriculture Gets ‘Scandalous’ 77% Of EU CAP Subsidies Worth €39 Billion Per Year Eight restaurant groups that together own 18 brands – inclu…