During the day the meat chickens have access to an interesting outdoor area with shade to protect them from the sun and plenty of space to explore.
At night the birds have shelter and protection inside a large barn, with space to move, perches to promote leg health, and quality, dry litter in which to dustbathe and forage. These farms are assessed two to four times per year by specially trained RSPCA Assessors to make sure the RSPCA Australia Standard is being met.
The Bare Bird meat chickens are also fed a nutritionally balanced, vegetarian diet, without the use of antibiotics.
It indicates better welfare, and you can find RSPCA Certified products in supermarkets, and many of your favourite eating spots.
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Layer hens raised by producers with RSPCA Certification have nests, perches, litter to dust bathe and enough space to move. The Standard allows for indoor and outdoor housing that provide the hen with opportunities to perform natural behaviours.
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When your products are RSPCA Certified, you are showing that animal welfare is a priority for your business. Find out how to achieve certification and the benefits of being RSPCA Certified.
Animal welfare is seen by customers as an important part of a brand’s social responsibility. RSPCA Certified is recognised by Australians as meaning animals have been farmed with consideration of their welfare.
A strict chain of custody program means that all RSPCA Certified ingredients can be traced from point of sale right back to the farm and refers to handling of all RSPCA Certified products.
