New York state is scrambling plans to eighty-six foie gras in the five boroughs.
A state agency has thrown a monkey wrench into plans to ban foie gras in New York City by ruling in favor of upstate farmers — saying their economic rights override animal welfare concerns.
New York City lacks “police powers” to ban sales of farm products like foie gras when they do not threaten the “health, safety, or welfare of its citizens” despite a 2019 law passed by the City Council, according to the letter.dashed in September due to a court challenge Ducks pictured packed together on a foie gras farm. The New York City Council approved a ban on foie gras in 2019.A spokesman for the City Law Department said the “city is reviewing the State’s letter and determining next steps” while deciding whether or not to appeal the department ruling, which will become final if unchallenged for 30 days.
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