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Butterball faces boycott calls over resurfaced video of turkey abuse

timesnownews.com — November 25, 2024, 10:01 PM UTC

Butterball is facing calls for a boycott after a 2006 PETA investigation video resurfaced, showing employees allegedly abusing turkeys at its Arkansas facility. Despite the renewed outrage, Butterball remains a leading supplier of Thanksgiving turkeys, with millions sold this season. The video depicts severe mistreatment, including sexual abuse and violence against the birds. Social media reactions have intensified, with many consumers pledging to avoid Butterball products for Thanksgiving. PETA has highlighted ongoing issues in the turkey industry. In response, Butterball acknowledged the video but stated it does not reflect current practices. The company emphasized its commitment to animal welfare and its status as a top turkey supplier, despite the backlash.

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    Old PETA video of turkey abuse allegations reignites debate over animal welfare at Butterball (nydailynews.com)
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    Butterball faces backlash as 2006 animal abuse video resurfaces before Thanksgiving (fastcompany.com)
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    Butterball responds to animal abuse claims as customers boycott brand before Thanksgiving (dailymail.co.uk)
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    Butterball faces boycott calls after PETA video on turkey abuse resurfaces (newsweek.com)
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    Butterball defends animal welfare practices after old video sparks boycott calls (wcpo.com)
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    PETA releases old footage alleging animal cruelty at Butterball turkey facility (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
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    Butterball faces Thanksgiving boycott as PETA revives animal abuse allegations (news.yahoo.com)
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    Butterball faces social media backlash over resurfaced PETA animal abuse claims (dailymail.co.uk)
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    Butterball faces boycott calls over resurfaced video of turkey abuse (timesnownews.com)
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    Butterball faces Thanksgiving boycott as animal abuse allegations resurface (dailymail.co.uk)
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