Backing a move away from caged eggs

Labor has called on the Liberal Government to reverse its regressive decision on the procurement rules around caged eggs.

Opposition Leader Bryan Green this afternoon launched a petition calling for the policy change.

“Labor was proud to back free-range and barn laid eggs in government and we will do it again,” Mr Green said.

“This is not about limiting consumer choice – it is about leadership.

“Egg producers will make the transition to cage-free farming according to demand.

“And as demand increases, the price will come down.

“As major customers, the Government can play a very powerful role in driving demand for free-range and barn laid eggs.

“We will work with egg producers to help them make the transition to cage-free eggs.

“I firmly believe that public opinion on free range eggs has well and truly shifted.

“This afternoon in parliament the Liberal Party opposed our motion supporting cage-free eggs.

“The Government’s contribution to this afternoon’s debate was deplorable.

“They’re sending a very regressive message to the community.”

The petition can be found at change.org/p/tasmanian-liberal-government-reverse-your-decision-to-buy-cage-eggs
Bryan Green MP Labor Leader