A chicken farm in Leeds is under investigation by the RSPCA following allegations of mistreatment of hens and poor conditions.
Harper Farm, based off Whitehall Road near Wortley, was the subject of an undercover investigation by campaign group Animal Justice Project. The organisation claims it saw an 'alarming mistreatment of hens', including neglect and overcrowding. It shared pictures and video footage which appeared to show injured hens in a large factory-like environment.
Harper Farm remains under investigation at this time. A RSPCA spokesperson said: “Sadly, from time to time things can go wrong on farms but one case of poor welfare is still one too many, which is why we have taken these allegations very seriously. However, welfare concerns on RSPCA Assured certified farms are very rare, and many millions more farm animals are having a better life thanks to the work of the charity and its dedicated members.
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