(02-17-2012, 05:10 AM)Ankh Wrote: I don't think that we should hang up ourselves on the idea that hens are not free to walk around like they could in 1800's. It's still better than being caged, don't you think?
I agree. Cage-free is better than living a life stuffed in small cages stacked on top each other (another benefit of buying cage-free as opposed to regular is the message is sent that there is a market for less cruel practices). When I do occasionally buy eggs, I buy cage-free (have never seen "free to roam") organic, and no antibiotics etc. And when possible I get eggs from my friend who just let's them live in the yard, or from another local.
You are right Plenum, in that cage-free may be deceiving. It has prompted me to do some research.
@ βαθμιαίος, are the hens free even when living in the yard? No. I would say they are something like pets.
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