What's Happening?
As the 2025 deadlines for cage-free egg commitments approach, a new tracker by Sinergia Animal reveals that only 14.7% of companies in Asia are on track to meet their commitments. The tracker evaluates
95 food companies across India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, and Thailand, highlighting slow progress and transparency gaps. Despite some companies disclosing progress, 29.5% provide no public reporting. Asia's central role in the global egg supply chain makes this slow pace significant, as the region produces the majority of the world's commercial eggs. Battery cages remain prevalent, despite bans in other regions, due to slow implementation and reporting gaps.
Why It's Important?
The slow progress in transitioning to cage-free egg production in Asia has significant implications for animal welfare and global supply chains. As Asia is a major producer of commercial eggs, delays in meeting cage-free commitments could impact global access to cage-free ingredients. The lack of transparency and slow implementation also raises concerns about the region's ability to meet rising expectations for responsible sourcing and transparency. This situation highlights the need for increased accountability and action from companies to align with global standards for animal welfare.
What's Next?
With the 2025 deadlines approaching, companies in Asia face increasing pressure to fulfill their cage-free commitments. Sinergia Animal will continue to monitor progress and engage with businesses to advocate for improved standards. Companies that fail to meet their commitments risk falling behind as expectations for transparency and responsible sourcing continue to rise. The ongoing assessment by Sinergia Animal will provide insights into supply-chain readiness and regional differences in adoption, offering a comprehensive overview of global cage-free commitments.
