16 Jun 2006
Whole Foods halts sales of live lobsters

Good on'em, for a number of reasons. First off, even if they're just bugs, they still need to be treated in a respectful manner. Secondly, when consumers buy a live lobster, it's a pretty safe bet to assume they're thinking "fresh". Six months in a holding tank isn't exactly straight from the sea.

But what's really heartening about this is that a larger corporation, operating in numerous locations nationwide, has taken a public stance based on an ethical concern. That's so rare as to be considered business gold.

Organic supermarket chain Whole Foods announced Friday it will stop selling live lobsters effectively immediately, citing the inhumane treatment of the animals.

(link) [CNN.com]

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