Sean C. Gifford

Jul 15, 2024 | thegrocer.co.uk | Sean C. Gifford

Shifts in stocking density are clearly the flavour of the month. M&S recently announced its birds will have more space by May 2025 in line with the Better Chicken Commitment (BCC), and  give its birds more space too. Aldi’s news means eight of the UK’s top 10 retailers have now committed to giving their birds more space. Asda and Iceland, the only ones yet to announce a change, now stick out like sore thumbs. Their birds will suffer more than their competitors’.

Feb 28, 2024 | threeforksvoice.com | Sean C. Gifford

In a thrilling showdown, the Bozeman 19U hockey team emerged victorious in the state tournament against Missoula. Bozeman, the underdogs in the match, pulled off a stunning victory in overtime with a 4-3 score. Missoula headed into the match undefeated for the season, but Bozeman showed grit and determination, overcoming a 3-1 lead early in the game. The team's strong teamwork and skillful play were on display throughout the tournament, and their hard work paid off with the state title.

Aug 1, 2023 | deleciousfood.com | Sean C. Gifford |Magnum Hermosa

Sean Gifford, chief executive of The Humane League UK, explains why he thinks animal cruelty is an ongoing problem in the UK food industry and why a ‘strong movement’ is needed. By Sean GiffordI believe most people want animals to be treated with kindness and respect. Unfortunately, our good intentions are far from good in practice. In fact, our relationship with animals is among the most shameful in modern society.

May 3, 2023 | inkl.com | Sean C. Gifford |Benjamin Zephaniah

Over one billion chickens a year are bred and slaughtered in this way and they can reach a weight of 2.2kg in 35 days – 12 weeks faster than 50 years ago – while many are kept in unsanitary conditions. Their rapid growth, with energy directed towards the muscles, can cause severe health problems for the birds such as leg deformities, organ failure and ascites – also known as water belly – where fluid leaks from the liver into the abdomen causing chronic pain and heart attacks.