Maryland considers banning gestation crates
// 05 Apr 2007
The bills state that a person may not confine a hog during pregnancy on a
farm in a manner that prevents the pig from lying down and fully extending its
limbs or turning around freely.
Punishment
A person
convicted of violating this act could be punished by imprisonment for a maximum
of 90 days, or a fine of up to $1000.
If enacted, the law would take
effect on October 1, 2007.
Fifth state
The state of
Maryland is the fifth state in the USA in which gestation crates are targeted.
The states of Florida and Arizona have already forbidden the use of gestation
crates in the past couple of years.
In Oregon and California,
discussions are going on about the future of gestation
crates.
Recently, large integrators like Smithfield and Maple Leaf
announced to phase out the use of gestation crates. In addition, fast-food giant
Burger King is intending to cut down on pork produced with the use of gestation
crates.
Related websites:
• Smithfield
• Maple Leaf
• Burger King
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