Meat bosses slam government bid to end the CO2 gassing of pigs

pig farm - getty

It comes after the government launched its consultation into phasing out the practice, today, in favour of ‘more humane methods’, including the use of argon gas and automated electrical stunning

British pork sector voices have slammed the government’s bid to end the use of CO2 in the pre-slaughter stunning of pigs.

Already have an account? Sign in here

Want access to this article?

Register for LIMITED access

REGISTER FOR FREE

Get PREMIUM access for £1 a week

SUBSCRIBE NOW