The EU talks a good game, but rhetoric alone is not enough. The ratification delay is a golden opportunity for reflection and to strengthen standards.

Unilever has long positioned itself as a global leader in ethical sourcing, particularly through its high-profile brands like Hellmann’s. With an annual procurement of approximately 1.38 billion eggs , the company’s supply chain decisions carry immense weight for animal welfare standards worldwide. However, recent shifts in their corporate policy suggest a widening gap between their stated ethical ambitions and their operational reality. The Rise and Stall of a Global Promise