Target: Mike Vail, President at Hannaford Supermarkets
Goal: Demand that Hannaford Supermarket honor its commitment to transition to 100% cage-free eggs by 2025 and cease profiting from animal cruelty.
The situation at Hannaford Supermarket is alarming and warrants immediate attention. The company previously pledged to eliminate the use of caged hens in its supply chain by transitioning to 100% cage-free eggs by 2025. However, instead of adhering to this commitment, Hannaford has now extended its timeline by an additional seven years, allowing the continued use of cruel practices in factory farming while profiting from consumers who expect accountability and ethical sourcing. The animal suffering involved is immense, with hens being confined to conditions so cramped that they cannot engage in basic behaviors, leading to a life filled with anguish and deprivation.
The stark reality of life for these birds is a distressing one: they are confined to cages smaller than a standard-size sheet of paper, where they cannot run, jump, or even spread their wings. Hannaford’s decision to delay its commitment facilitates the continuation of this cruelty, enabling the company to profit from deceptive advertising while misleading consumers about its true values on animal welfare. Many customers, believing they are supporting a corporation committed to integrity, remain unaware of the ongoing suffering in Hannaford’s supply chain, where hens are confined under abhorrent conditions. With nearly 80% of U.S. consumers expressing a preference for cage-free eggs, Hannaford’s actions starkly contrast the public’s demand and expectations for humane treatment of animals.
The change being demanded is not merely a corporate adjustment; it’s a matter of ethical responsibility towards the treatment of animals and honest conduct towards consumers. Hannaford must be held accountable for this betrayal and take steps to fulfill its promise to stop the use of cage confinement. Honoring this commitment is essential for rebuilding trust with customers and caring for the welfare of animals vastly impacted by their corporate decisions.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Mr. Vail,
The ongoing situation regarding Hannaford’s broken promise to transition to 100% cage-free eggs demands your urgent attention. The extension of the timeline granted to avoid implementing this change allows for the continued exploitation and suffering of countless hens. These animals are kept in inhumane conditions that deprive them of their basic needs, enduring a life of confinement and cruelty while your company profits from the facade of promoting animal welfare.
Each hen trapped in these cages could be spared approximately 7,233 hours of suffering if Hannaford honors its commitment. This issue is not only about animal rights; it represents a breach of consumer trust. Many customers deeply care about where their food comes from and expect businesses like yours to lead in ethical practices—especially when nearly 80% of surveyed consumers prefer purchasing eggs from cage-free sources.
We urge you to take immediate action to fulfill the promise made in 2016 and initiate the transition to 100% cage-free eggs by 2025. It is imperative for the well-being of the animals involved and for restoring consumer faith in your brand. Your leadership can help reshape the food industry towards more humane and transparent practices.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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