Denmark is set to ban mink farming in a reversal of government policy, bringing further uncertainty to an industry that has contracted in recent years.
The country was once the world’s largest producer of mink pelts. However, its mink-farming sector has since declined, and the government has now changed course by moving to prohibit the practice.
The decision represents a U-turn by the Danish government. The supplied information does not specify when the ban will take effect, how it will be implemented or what arrangements will be made for remaining mink farmers.
Denmark’s decision marks a significant change for a sector that previously held a leading position in the global mink-pelt industry. Further details about the government’s plans and the future of the remaining businesses have not been provided.
