Lotus's controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2007
Libel suits against Thai critics
Tesco Lotus sued three critics in Thailand. The company lost its case against Jit Siratranont, withdrew proceedings against columnist Kamol Kamoltrakul because of his ill health, and obtained a written apology from newspaper business editor Nongnart Harnvilai.
Animal-welfare concerns over sow stalls
World Animal Protection criticized the use of sow stalls in the pork production process supplying Tesco Lotus. The campaign described the stalls as highly restrictive and linked the issue to commitments by Charoen Pokphand Foods concerning the removal of cages for mother pigs in Thailand by 2025.