Discount Grocer Exceeds Cage-Free Egg Pledge

  • Aldi has achieved its commitment to sell 100% cage-free eggs more than a year ahead of schedule.
  • The company pledged in 2016 to phase out caged hens by 2025 but has already reached the goal.
  • Aldi managing director Julie Ashfield praised UK egg farmers and suppliers for their collaboration.

Aldi has successfully met its commitment to sell only cage-free eggs, achieving the goal more than a year ahead of schedule. The company had pledged in 2016 to phase out eggs and egg ingredients from caged hens by 2025. Aldi’s managing director of buying, Julie Ashfield, credited suppliers for their collaboration in improving animal welfare. The grocery chain has invested over £50m into UK egg farming and producers over the past two years. Last week, it announced a £3bn investment in beef suppliers for the next five years to support supply chains.

Factuality Level: 8
Factuality Justification: The article provides accurate and relevant information about Aldi meeting its commitment to sell 100% cage-free eggs ahead of schedule, highlights the company’s investment in UK egg farming, and mentions plans for investing in beef suppliers. However, it abruptly ends with unrelated news about Ted Baker’s store closures.
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Financial Relevance: Yes
Financial Markets Impacted: Aldi and its egg suppliers
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