General · 20 February 2026
KFC and Nando's owners quit chicken welfare pact
Eight restaurant groups, including the owners of KFC and Burger King, have abandoned the Better Chicken Commitment. These firms rejected the previous agreement because it banned using fast-growing birds to meet high consumer demand. Instead, the companies joined a new industry forum focused on balancing supply security with environmental concerns. Critics argue this decision prioritises profits over animal health, calling the explanation regarding emissions rubbish.
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