A new campaign by the L214 animal protection association has targeted the Carrefour group, one of France's largest supermarket chains, over alleged mistreatment of ducks on a farm in Sèvremoine, near Cholet in the Maine-et-Loire department. The campaign was sparked by images posted online on Wednesday, September 16, which showed conditions at the duck farm. These images, reportedly taken by activists, have raised concerns about the welfare of the animals and the practices used in intensive farming, a system where animals are kept in confined spaces to maximize production. In response to the allegations, Carrefour announced it would request an inspection of the farm in question. The company has previously committed to improving animal welfare standards across its supply chain, and this incident is likely to put additional pressure on it to ensure compliance with these commitments. Inspections by regulatory authorities are a common step in such cases, as they help determine whether the practices in question violate existing animal welfare laws or industry standards. L214, which campaigns against the industrial farming of animals, has been increasingly active in recent years, using social media and direct action to expose what it claims are inhumane conditions in farms supplying major retailers. The group often collaborates with journalists and investigators to gather evidence and bring attention to its cause. This latest campaign could lead to further scrutiny of Carrefour's suppliers and potentially impact its reputation among consumers who are increasingly concerned about ethical sourcing and animal welfare. The situation highlights the growing tension between large retailers and animal rights organizations, as consumer demand for ethically sourced products continues to rise. Whether this incident will result in changes to farming practices or supply chain policies remains to be seen, but it underscores the ongoing debate over the ethics of intensive farming in modern agriculture.