Poultry Farmers Defend Environmental Practices
Industry leaders state UK chicken farms operate under strict regulation and manure is responsibly managed.
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Industry representatives have countered claims that chicken farms are harming rivers, asserting that UK poultry operations are subject to stringent regulations and that manure is managed responsibly. Richard Griffiths, chief executive of the British Poultry Council, stated that farms have no direct contact with soil and operate under permits overseen by the Environment Agency. This regulatory framework provides transparency regarding manure management on-site and its subsequent use.
Manure Utilisation and Traceability
Chicken manure produced in the UK is primarily utilised for two purposes: energy generation or as fertiliser for other agricultural sectors. According to Mr Griffiths, each of these destinations for manure is fully traceable, and it is often transported across the country to areas where it is most needed. He suggested that focusing blame on the poultry sector distracts from addressing the actual issues affecting river health.
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Will Raw, Chair of the NFU Poultry Board, criticised the portrayal of modern poultry farms as mere "factories," arguing it hinders serious discussion about balancing food production with environmental protection. He stressed the importance of dialogue between the farming sector, government, regulators, and the public to meet environmental standards and ensure domestic food security.
British poultry farmers are reportedly investing significant sums in new technology and infrastructure to support sustainability. These investments aim to ensure that valuable nutrients, essential for food production, are used responsibly. Both Mr Griffiths and Mr Raw emphasised that the challenge lies in finding practical solutions to achieve both food production and environmental enhancement simultaneously.
“The real challenge is not choosing between food and nature, but finding practical ways to deliver both.”
Will Raw, Chair, NFU Poultry Board
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Mr Raw extended an invitation to critics to visit farms to observe the industry's commitment to environmental stewardship firsthand.
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