Campaigners say animal welfare was disregarded at a salmon hatchery run by Cooke, one of the world’s largest seafood companies, in MaineA major global seafood company is under investigation by state officials in Maine after allegations of animal abuse. Cooke – a global company headquartered in Canada – operates salmon farms in the US, Scotland, and Chile. The company’s sustainability policy includes a pledge to raise “fish with optimal care and consideration of animal welfare practices”. Campaigners said animal welfare was disregarded at the Cooke facility in Maine. However, COK has filed a legal complaint with the animal welfare unit of Maine’s department of agriculture, alleging animal abuse.

Source: The Guardian October 08, 2019 10:07 UTC