The South Australian Greens have called on the Malinauskas Government to disclose its plans to phase out battery hens, following a commitment made by the Minister for Primary Industries, alongside other State and Territory Agriculture Ministers, over a year ago.
Battery cages are widely recognised as an extreme and inhumane form of factory farming that subjects hens to a life of confinement and suffering.
Despite overwhelming public demand for an end to the cruel practice, a concrete plan of action has yet to materialise.
Quotes Attributable to Tammy Franks MLC, SA Greens Spokesperson for Animal Welfare:
South Australia has the opportunity to lead the way and establish a humane timeline for reform. The Malinauskas Government’s delay not only undermines animal welfare but also disappoints countless Australians who are calling for change.
We urge the government to take decisive action and commit to a clear plan to phase out battery cages. Hens deserve a life free from confinement, and South Australia can be at the forefront of this crucial reform.
The time for action is now. The South Australian Greens call on the Malinauskas Government to prioritise animal welfare and establish a transparent timeline for phasing out battery hens.