Sweden Phases Out Cage Eggs, Setting Global Animal Welfare Precedent
Sweden has successfully phased out cage eggs, setting a global precedent in animal welfare. This significant shift was driven by consumer, corporate, and NGO pressure, rather than a legal ban.
The campaign, initiated by Djurens Rรคtt in the early 2000s, gained momentum over the years. By 2021, all major supermarkets and the food industry in Sweden had stopped selling cage eggs. This move was praised as a 'historic victory' by Project 1882.
Sweden's example has sparked international discussions about stricter animal protection regulations. By 2024, less than one percent of laying hens in Sweden were kept in cages, and all cage facilities were empty. This shift has encouraged other countries, including the EU and nations like Germany and the Netherlands, to consider and discuss stricter animal welfare regulations, including cage bans and improved housing standards for poultry.
Sweden's voluntary exit from cage eggs has demonstrated that significant changes in animal welfare can be achieved through consumer, corporate, and NGO pressure. This success story serves as an inspiration for other countries to follow suit and improve animal welfare standards.
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