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4 September 2026

SPCA issues new welfare standard after RNZ questions about so-called 'frankenchicken'

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SPCA issues new welfare standard after RNZ questions about so-called 'frankenchicken'

The SPCA has issued a new voluntary standard for chicken welfare after questions from RNZ about fast-growing "frankenchickens".

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