What are the consequences of Germany's ban on chick killing?

Roosters bring little profit on the poultry market. They lay no eggs and produce little meat. So, many German hatcheries sell millions of chicks abroad. Animal welfare usually falls by the wayside. Because they don't lay eggs, around 45 million male chicks used to be killed in Germany every year....

26 min - Food & Drink - DW Documentary

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