Guest guest Posted September 21, 2000 Report Share Posted September 21, 2000 http://www.msnbc.com/news/463754.asp Good news for lacto-ovo vegetarians (and cows and chickens) Dairy, egg products get new label Farms can attest to humane treatment of chickens, dairy THE GOVERNMENT is allowing farmers to display a new seal on meat and dairy products to attest that they meet new voluntary standards for the treatment of cattle and chickens. To qualify for the “Free Farmed” seal, farms would have to eliminate cages for laying hens and stop using forced molting, a common practice that involves the withdrawal of food and water to increase egg production. Dairy cattle would have to have access to pastures. ... -- Be of good cheer. Dick Ford Animations 601 733 9010 [new] FAX 775-743-5435 http://www.dick-ford.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2000 Report Share Posted September 21, 2000 Dick, That's great to hear! Being a lacto-ovo veg I look forward to the new label. Thanks! Nancy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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