Foster Farms Commends Fresno County Sheriff's Office And Public For Swift Action Leading To Arrest Of Intruders In Unconscionable Act Of Animal Cruelty

FRESNO, Calif., Oct. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Foster Farms commends the Fresno County Sheriff's Ag Task Force and the public for their swift action leading to the arrest of persons in connection with the unconscionable act of violence and animal cruelty committed during an intrusion at a Foster Farms chicken ranch in Caruthers, California on September 20.

As an American Humane Association-certified chicken producer, Foster Farms has a zero tolerance policy for animal cruelty. Our chicken ranches adhere to humane standards 24/7, 365 days a year and it is the express policy of Foster Farms to treat its birds humanely and with compassion. Any intentional act to the contrary is absolutely unacceptable.

"Foster Farms actively worked with law enforcement to facilitate the arrest of the individuals charged with this unconscionable act of animal cruelty," said Ira Brill, director of communications for Foster Farms.

Foster Farms will be working with local law enforcement to distribute its $5,000 reward. More information about Foster Farms' commitment to animal welfare can be found at www.fosterfarms.com.

SOURCE Foster Farms

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