Turkey producer Butterball is being accused of sexually abusing their animals before the Thanksgiving holiday.

Animal rights activists have recently resurfaced a disturbing video from 2006, allegedly showing employees at a Butterball slaughterhouse in Ozark, Arkansas, sexually abusing turkeys. The video, shared by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) on Instagram, has sparked outrage and calls for a boycott ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.

In the black-and-white footage, workers can be seen interacting with turkeys, while an anonymous narrator describes the horrific acts he witnessed at the "Butterball House of Horrors." According to the man in the video, one worker was caught humping a shackled turkey, while another was seen inserting his fingers into a turkey's cloaca (vagina) when the production line was stopped.

PETA is using this video to discourage people from purchasing Butterball turkeys for Thanksgiving, as many consumers are unaware of the mistreatment that occurs before the birds end up in their local grocery stores. The organization's ultimate goal is to raise awareness and put an end to animal cruelty in the meat industry.

In response to the video, Butterball released a statement claiming that it was recorded almost 20 years ago, before the company became privately owned and certified by the American Humane organization. They maintain a "zero-tolerance policy for animal mistreatment" and are committed to the ethical and responsible care of their flocks.

Butterball also emphasizes that they are the first and only turkey company to be certified by American Humane, meaning they undergo yearly audits conducted by a third party to ensure compliance with over 200 science-based standards for the care of turkeys. They strive to exceed industry best practices and prioritize the well-being of their animals.

Despite rumors of a recall, there have been no indications that Butterball turkeys are unsafe to consume. However, PETA is taking further action by bringing their "Hell on Wheels" turkey truck to Janssen's Market in Wilmington, Delaware, to raise awareness among Thanksgiving shoppers. The truck is covered in images of turkeys crammed in crates, serving as a powerful reminder of the harsh reality of factory farming.

The anonymous narrator in the video hopes that by sharing this footage, even just one person will be moved to stop eating birds, making it all worth it. As the holiday season approaches, it is important to consider the ethical implications of our food choices and work towards creating a more compassionate world for all beings.

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