Red Tractor statement responding to non-compliance allegations on Northmoor Farm

“The footage shows unacceptable treatment of pigs. The farm’s Red Tractor certificate has been suspended while our independent investigation takes place. Red Tractor’s standards require that all farms comply with UK animal welfare legislation. Our standards also require that animals are handled with care and that anyone performing euthanasia is trained, deemed competent by their vet, and reassessed regularly. 

“The disregard of the standards shown by the workers in the footage does a disservice to an industry which works hard to uphold animal welfare requirements. The farm will remain unassured if Red Tractor is not satisfied these standards are met.”