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Red Tractor develops new modules to reflect higher pig welfare standards

Drive includes fresh packaging to give consumers greater choice while showcasing producer care

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Red Tractor is to introduce new module showcasing higher welfare standards
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Red Tractor is to introduce new module showcasing higher welfare standards

Red Tractor is introducing two new modules to its Red Tractor Pigs Scheme to help reflect producers' higher welfare standards. The elements - Enhanced Welfare Outdoor Bred and Free Range - will be accompanied...

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