- Temporary decline due to bird flu
- Over €200 million in model conversion
- Commitment to animal welfare
- The goal still stands
Temporary decline due to bird flu
Mercadona explains that the current Health situation due to bird fluwhich affects Spain and the rest of Europe, imposed the application Biosafety measuresAnd among them Trapping chickens.
For this reason, the percentage of eggs from Raising chickens outside cages The deadline has been reduced.
The company confirms that the situation is temporary: “We will return to normal levels as soon as possible.”indicates the string.
Over €200 million in model conversion
To move toward the goal of 100% cage-free eggs, Mercadona and its suppliers have implemented a An investment of more than 200 million eurosThis number may exceed 400 million When the transformation is complete.
Among the procedures stand out:
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New farms Two generations of eggs In Util (250,000 chickens), Galdar (100,000), Bolas and Abarzosa (150,000 in total).
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Accessories Poultry boatwith 320,000 loose chickens in chicken coops.
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Adapting embedded systems to models 100% cage free In all suppliers.
Commitment to animal welfare
Mercadona remembers that All national suppliers of eggs, milk and fresh meat You must have it Animal care certificate Internationally recognized.
According to the chain, this commitment guarantees the animals:
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Continuous access to drinking water and adequate nutrition.
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Live in comfortable environmentsWith rest and shelter areas.
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He owns Shade, good ventilation and air quality.
The goal still stands
Despite the exceptional situation, Mercadona insists that her goal is still to achieve a model where… 100% of their eggs come from chickens raised outside of cages.
The company confirms that it will return to its previous levels as soon as the health authorities allow the restrictions to end.