Pork lawsuit (Prop 12)

The News & Observer | Letter to the Editor

November 4, 2022

To the Editor:

Regarding “Pork industry lawsuit draws new attention to cruel conditions in North Carolina,” (Oct. 30):

Allowing another state to mandate how we do business in North Carolina would set a dangerous precedent. That’s why the pork industry challenged a California law dictating how farmers in North Carolina and across the nation must raise their hogs. Farmers in Clinton and Kenan1sville shouldn’t be forced to revamp their operations based on the whim of California voters.

More importantly, the California law is a solution in search of a problem. North Carolina farmers are proud to raise pigs in a safe and responsible manner. Leading veterinary associations approve of individual stalls for pregnant sows as safe and appropriate. The science shows that sows are comfortable and thriving in their environment.

Consumers can choose for themselves what type of pork products they want to purchase. We don’t need California removing safe, affordable, and humanely raised products from the shelves.

Roy Lee Lindsey, Raleigh

The writer is CEO of the NC Pork Council