Animal Welfare Groups Challenge Calf Transport Practices Amid Peak Season
Animal welfare organizations are raising concerns over the transport of unweaned calves from Ireland to France by Brittany Ferries. Despite calls to halt these practices, the company continues to transport tens of thousands of calves, which endure over 18 hours without food during the journey. This period marks the peak of calf export season, with calves being transported to various European countries, including the Netherlands, Spain, and Poland, where journeys can last up to 50 hours. A recent survey indicates that 83% of EU citizens are worried about the welfare of these young animals, with only 22% believing current protections are sufficient. 
