American Thinker joined the likes of Newsmax in issuing a correction to various claims it... A photograph of someone carrying a bust of Abraham Lincoln out of the White House... Is the Donald J. Trump State Park in New York Real? SHARE. Costco drops Chaokoh coconut milk over forced monkey labor allegations. USA Today first reported that Chaokoh, a coconut milk made by Theppadungporn Coconut Co. Ltd and produced in Thailand, was accused by PETA of forcing chained … You can also use it to make sticky rice for the Thai dessert mango sticky rice or coconut rice to complement your curry. Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ: COST) is removing Chaokoh coconut milk products off its shelves, the latest in a slew of retailers taking the … USA Today first reported that Chaokoh, a coconut milk made by Theppadungporn Coconut Co. Ltd and produced in Thailand, was accused by PETA of … The retailer has pledged not to stock coconut products from Thai suppliers who have been accused of using monkeys as forced labor. Costco, one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S., has cut ties with Chaokoh coconut milk after discussions with PETA and hearing from thousands of concerned shoppers like you.'. Did Pelosi ‘Remove’ Gender-Specific Words from Use in the House of Representatives? Costo, the US retail chain, is reportedly removing Chaokoh coconut milk from its shelves. This decision came about after many Thai suppliers of coconut milk were reportedly using monkeys in an unethical manner. Nevertheless, don’t inadvertently support monkey abuse by purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk products. Costco dropped the Chaokoh coconut milk brand following reports that the Thai supplier is enslaving monkeys for labor. In a press release, the animal rights organisation said that Costco will no longer purchase coconut milk from Thailand-based coconut milk producer … Some are used in circus-type performances and some have their teeth removed if they bite their owners in response to maltreatment. Now, Wegmans has followed suit. Costco recently stopped offering coconut milk from Chaokoh after an investigation by the animal activist group People for the Ethical Treatment of … We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Regardless, least 25,000 stores have refused to sell this kind of coconut milk in the months since, and now Costco has joined that list. 0. PETA is calling for a complete ban on all major supermarket stores selling Chaokoh milk products. Screenshot from PETA Asia video about Thailand coconut industry's cruelty of monkeys. But, there's a shocking reason why you won't be seeing coconut milk on your next trip to Costco. 'Walmart is committed to sourcing responsibility and we expect that our suppliers will not tolerate animal abuse of any kind,' a Walmart spokesperson told CNN. Costco is the latest retailer to remove Chaokoh coconut milk products from its shelves after suppliers were accused of using monkeys to pick coconuts, according to PETA. 'Costco made the right call to reject animal exploitation.'. By. Twitter. Did Costco Stop Selling Chaokoh Coconut Milk Because of Exploited Monkeys. she asked. The brand also was listed for sale on Target, Walmart and Kroger’s websites. The monkeys were also kept […] It’s so named for the canines heard howling in the winter months. Costco is the latest retailer to remove Chaokoh coconut milk products from its shelves after suppliers were accused of using monkeys to pick coconuts, according to PETA. The controversial product was dropped after PETA sent video footage, thousands of e-mails from members and supporters, and "humanely picked" coconuts to Wegmans CEO, according to the organization. LINE . People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) reported that Costco had informed the group it was temporarily halting sale of Chaokoh coconut milk, citing PETA's report of the use of mistreated monkeys in producing it. PETA investigators found cruelty to monkeys at the farms and facilities of the food company. But PETA made public a letter it said it received from a Costco executive stating that the company has temporarily ceased purchasing the brand’s coconut milk until Costco can be assured monkeys are not used in the production of the coconut milk. Costco is the latest retailer to remove Chaokoh coconut milk products from its shelves after suppliers were accused of using monkeys to pick coconuts, according to PETA. Did a Conservative News Site Admit Its Voter-Fraud Claims Were False? Courtesy of Mashed 'One coconut farmer confirmed that when monkeys are terrified and try to defend themselves, handlers may have their teeth pulled out. I live in Thailand on an island famous for coconut farms. Theppadungporn Coconut Co. told USA Today it had audited coconut plantations using a third party and shared a copy of the 14-page 'Monkey-Free Coconut Due Diligence Assessment. The monkeys were also kept […] “No kind shopper wants monkeys to be chained up and treated like coconut-picking machines,” PETA’s president Ingrid Newkirk said in a statement. At each one, they documented that these sensitive animals were abused and exploited. It's not quite Paris or Venice! The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Crowds enjoy the winter sun during lockdown but some are STILL brazenly flouting Covid rules as they get... 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In early November 2020, Snopes readers inquired about news stories reporting that the big box wholesale chain Costco had halted sale of the Chaokoh brand of coconut milk, due to reports from animal advocacy group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) that the product is made using mistreated, exploited monkeys. Costco's decision follows similar action taken by retailers Walgreens, Food Lion, Giant Food and Stop & Shop after People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) alleged that monkeys in Thailand were being used to pick coconuts. Print. VK. Did Man at Capitol Riot Die After Accidentally Tasing Himself? PETA investigators reported that monkeys are used in the production of coconut milk in Thailand, and that the animals are treated with cruelty. Costco—one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S.—has cut ties with major Thailand-based coconut milk producer Chaokoh because it uses chained monkeys as coconut-picking machines. They do use monkeys. Costco decided to no longer stock the product, which is also being done by other retailers such as Walgreens. Unit price is 9.3 cents/oz. 'We have ceased purchasing from our supplier/owner of the brand Chaokoh,' Kimble wrote in the letter, dated September 29. Deputy agriculture minister, Mananya Thaiset, echoed his comments. Chaokoh is the primary brand accused of making coconut products with monkey labor and giant retailers like Kroger, Albertsons, Publix, Walmart, Target and Amazon are … PETA announced the decision on its website saying, “Victory! Tumblr. Walmart, the nation's largest retailer, said it is in talks with the manufacturer over the allegations although the product is still being sold on Walmart, Target and Kroger's websites. 'Many kind people choose coconut milk instead of cow's milk because they don't want to support cruelty to animals. The comments below have not been moderated. Costco stopped selling Chaokoh coconut milk due to the mistreatment of monkeys in producing the product. Chaokoh coconut milk is no longer on the shelves at Costco, 'We will continue to engage with this supplier regarding our expectations, the severity of these allegations and that the supplier will take corrective action if needed.'. Two Chaokoh products were listed on Costco’s Business Center website but not the regular Costco website Tuesday. The Burmese are treated like slaves here. ', Costco has stopped selling coconut products from Thailand after it emerged some products used slave monkey labour to harvest the fruit. Costco, one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S., has cut ties with Chaokoh coconut milk after discussions with PETA and hearing from thousands of concerned shoppers like you.” Chaokoh coconut milk manufacturer and distributor Theppadungporn Coconut Co., Ltd has denied the allegations raised by … Not making excuses, but if Thailand succumbs to international pressure, they’ll use Burmese people for the job. Terrified young monkeys are forced to perform frustrating and difficult tasks, such as twisting heavy coconuts until they fall off the trees from a great height. Snopes and the Snopes.com logo are registered service marks of Snopes.com. Costco drops Chaokoh coconut milk made with forced monkey labor out of Thailand as PETA investigation pressures US manufacturers to remain environmentally viable. PETA investigators found cruelty to monkeys at the farms and facilities the food company. 'We will continue to monitor the implementation of the harvest policies and once satisfied will resume purchasing,' he added. PETA had recently accused Thai suppliers of Chaokoh of using forced monkey labor to pick coconuts. Costco has removed a popular coconut milk from its shelves after allegations that the maker uses monkeys for forced labor in its production process, according to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). Costco has reportedly stopped purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk after People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals accused its manufacturer, the Thailand-based company Theppadungporn Coconut Co., of using forced monkey labor.. PETA investigators from its Asia division found cruelty to monkeys at farms and facilities used by Theppadungporn Coconut Co., according to the animal rights … The Sun-Times reports two Chaokoh products remained on Costco’s Business Center site Tuesday. ChaoKoh is actually the brand of coconut milk we always buy when we want to make curry. PETA says Chaokoh coconut milk, is being pulled from the shelves of Costco after allegations that forced monkey labor in Thailand is used to pick coconuts. Costco has reportedly stopped purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk after People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals accused its manufacturer, the Thailand-based company Theppadungporn Coconut Co., of using forced monkey labor.. PETA investigators from its Asia division found cruelty to monkeys at farms and facilities used by Theppadungporn Coconut Co., according to the animal rights group. Linkedin. The Burmese are treated like slaves here. Costco will remove Thailand-based Chaokoh coconut milk products from its shelves, the latest retailer taking the step after the overseas suppliers were accused of … The maker of Chaokoh coconut milk was named in PETA's probe, and Costco joined other popular retailers in pulling the brand from store shelves this fall. Horrific moment naked man shoves commuter onto Harlem subway tracks before jumping down himself to fight off... What IS going on with the world's weather? Costco hasn’t confirmed PETA’s claim that monkeys were mistreated, however, and has not commented publicly on the subject. Each can is 13.5 oz and it comes in a 12-pack. One of the brands removed from Costco is Chaokoh, made by Theppadungporn Coconut Co. Ltd, which denies using monkey labor, the outlet said. Specifically, PETA said it visited eight farms 'where monkeys are forced to pick coconuts-including those for one of Thailand's major coconut milk producers, Chaokoh-as well as several monkey-training facilities and a coconut-picking competition. They are taken away from their families at a young age and kept chained and confined, except when they are forced to climb coconut trees to pick coconuts. Spotted ChaoKoh Coconut Milk at Costco recently. Costco stops selling Chaokoh coconut milk over report of slave monkeys picking coconuts in Thailand. PETA announced the decision on its website saying, “Victory! 'How do you even find that many monkeys to collect large amounts of coconuts to cater to the industry?' Chaokoh can also be bought at Target, Walmart, and Kroger’s, in accordance to their web sites. Claim: Costco stopped selling Chaokoh coconut milk due to the mistreatment of monkeys in producing the product. This material may not be reproduced without permission. Edwin Wiek, of the Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand that tends to rescued wildlife, said he believed the practice was waning as farmers strived to meet European trade standards. WATCH VIDEOS According to USA Today, which was first to report the story, “Costco follows Walgreens, Food Lion, Giant Food and Stop & Shop” in halting the sale of coconut milk brands made from coconuts picked in Thailand by, PETA alleges, mistreated and exploited monkeys. Telegram. As of this writing, the product is not shown as available for purchase on Costco's website. PETA, which has been campaigning for stores to drop the brand after the group investigated, reported on Oct. 28, 2020, that Costco had dropped Chaokoh coconut milk from its sales. Pictured: A macaque eats a piece of Chinese cabbage outside a shop in Lopburi, Bangkok, Forced monkey labor sees the animals snatched from their mothers, chained and forced to harvest up to 1,000 coconuts a day, A monkey harvests coconuts at the Monkey Theatre in Samui Island, Surat Thani province, PETA investigators visited eight farms where monkeys are forced to pick coconuts-including those for Thailand's major coconut milk producers. The Crown's Gillian Anderson is 'bemused' by the speed of her writer ex-partner Peter... Taliban gunmen assassinate two Afghan women judges in Kabul ambush two days after US cuts troop level to... Why we MUST keep teaching children about money, says industry-backed group KickStart. Costco decided to no longer stock the product, which is also being done by other retailers such as Walgreens. Costco has reportedly stopped purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk after allegations came to light that its manufacturer used forced monkey labor came to light. ChaoKoh Coconut Milk is priced at $14.99. ', PETA investigators visited eight farms where monkeys are forced to pick coconuts-including those for Thailand's major coconut milk producers, Aroy-D and Chaokoh, as well as several monkey-training facilities and a coconut-picking competition, PETA declared the news on its website: 'Victory! PETA investigators from its Asia division found cruelty to monkeys at farms and facilities used by Theppadungporn Coconut Co., according to the animal rights group. The company shared a … Costco, one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S., has cut ties with Chaokoh coconut milk after discussions with PETA and hearing from thousands of concerned shoppers like you." Costco has reportedly stopped purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk after PETA accused its manufacturer, the Thailand-based company Theppadungporn Coconut Co., of using forced monkey labor. Costco joins more than 25,000 other stores—including Walgreens, Food Lion, and Stop & Shop—that have banned coconut milk brands that use monkey labor. PETA had recently accused Thai suppliers of Chaokoh of using forced monkey labor to pick coconuts. ReddIt. PETA is now turning its attention to Kroger, which still does business with Chaokoh despite appeals from the group. The brand Chaokoh is accused of using monkey labor to pick the coconuts. Viber. The warehouse giant will stop selling the popular coconut milk brand, Chaokoh… Mix. Investigators from PETA’s Asia division found the Thailand-based company, Theppadungporn Coconut Co., used monkeys for picking coconuts and forced them to perform in circus-style shows for tourists. 1078. In a statement to USA Today, they have confirmed that they will no longer purchase Chaokoh coconut milk "until Chaokoh stops using chained monkeys as coconut-picking machines." If you’re planning on buying Chaokoh coconut milk on your next trip to Costco, it’s best you look elsewhere. It’s tragic. Costco is the latest retailer to remove Chaokoh coconut milk products from its shelves after suppliers were accused of using monkeys to pick coconuts, according to PETA. Were Panic Buttons Removed From Democratic Lawmaker’s Office Prior to Insurrection? If you buy coconut milk, you’re doing a huge kindness to cows. 'When not being forced to pick coconuts or perform in circus-style shows for tourists, the animals were kept tethered, chained to old tires, or confined to cages barely larger than their bodies,' PETA said in a statement. Discover how turmeric keeps these keen exercisers active. Costco has stopped purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk after the company producing it, Theppadungporn Coconut Co., based in Thailand, was accused of using forced monkey labor. The products are still being told at Target, Walmart and Kroger's websites. 'I do believe that monkeys are still being used for the coconut picking. Costco follows Walgreens, Food Lion, Giant Food and Stop & Shop, who also stopped stocking brands of coconut milk including Chaokoh after PETA alleged that monkeys in Thailand were picking coconuts. This decision came about after many Thai suppliers of coconut milk were reportedly using monkeys in an unethical manner. Costco has stopped purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk after the company producing it, Theppadungporn Coconut Co., based in Thailand, was accused of using forced monkey labor. I am personally against the use of animals for anything, but some of these monkeys have better lives than the poor folks here. I am personally against the use of animals for anything, but some of these monkeys have better lives than the poor folks here. 'Following the recent news about the use of 'monkey labour' in Thailand's coconut industry, Chaokoh, one of the world's leaders in coconut milk production, reassures that we do not engage the use of monkey labour in our coconut plantations,' the company said in a statement. 'No kind shopper wants monkeys to be chained up and treated like coconut-picking machines,' said PETA President Ingrid Newkirk in a statement. Did Trump Tell Supporters to Storm US Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021? Theppadungporn Coconut Co. Ltd, the Thai maker of Chaokoh coconut milk, denied that monkeys were used in the production of its product, telling USA Today that it had the coconut plantations audited and no monkey labor was found. Costco, one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S., has cut ties with Chaokoh coconut milk after discussions with PETA and hearing from thousands of concerned shoppers like you.” Did Members of Congress Provide ‘Reconnaissance Tours’ Before Capitol Riots? Somewhere in upstate New York, gigantic signs advertise this park. Following the recent news about the use of “monkey labour” in Thailand’s coconut industry, Chaokoh, one of the world’s leaders in coconut milk production, reassures that we do not engage the use of monkey labour in our coconut plantations. The Thailand-based maker of Chaokoh coconut milk, Theppadungporn Coconut Co. Ltd, told USA TODAY that it has audited coconut plantations using a third party and shared a copy of the 14-page “Monkey-Free Coconut Due Diligence Assessment.” The report says 64 farms out of 817 were randomly selected and “did not find the use of monkey for coconut harvesting.” “Following the recent … Investigators from PETA’s Asia division found the Thailand-based company, Theppadungporn Coconut Co., used monkeys for picking coconuts and forced them to perform in circus-style shows for tourists. ', Costco's Vice President of Corporate Food and Sundries, Ken Kimble, has also stated that the wholesaler has launched an investigation and its supplier has promised to visit every single facility to check that monkey labor is not being used. Published: 22:42 GMT, 31 October 2020 | Updated: 01:07 GMT, 1 November 2020. Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ: COST) is removing Chaokoh coconut milk products off its shelves, the latest in a slew of retailers taking the step after a Thailand-based supplier is accused of using slave monkeys to pick coconuts. But in the last 15 years, it's going down at a very big rate,' he said. Was ‘TRUMP’ Carved into a Florida Manatee’s Back? It’s tragic. Costco drops Chaokoh coconut milk over allegations they 'snatch baby monkeys from their mothers, chain them and force them to harvest up to 1,000 coconuts a day' Not making excuses, but if Thailand succumbs to international pressure, they’ll use Burmese people for the job. Chaokoh is also sold at Target, Walmart, and Kroger's, according to their websites. WhatsApp. Costco's Vice President of Corporate Food and Sundries, Ken Kimble, has also stated that the wholesaler has launched an investigation and its supplier has promised to visit every single facility to check that monkey labor is not being used. “Costco made the right call to reject animal exploitation, and PETA is calling on holdouts like Kroger to follow suit.”. Did Marine Corps Tell Pelosi, ‘We Don’t Work For You’? I live in Thailand on an island famous for coconut farms. Chaokoh responded in a statement that its suppliers have signed papers vowing that they're not using monkey labor at their farms: "Following the recent news about the use of 'monkey labour' in Thailand's coconut industry, Chaokoh, one of the world's leaders in coconut milk production, reassures that we do not engage the use of monkey labour in our coconut plantation." Costco is the newest retailer to stop stocking sure sorts of coconut milk like Chaokoh over issues about cruelty within the manufacturing course of, together with Walgreens, Food Lion, Giant Food, and Stop & Shop. From yoga in the garage to getting creative from home, how the UK is adapting to... That was quick! Dee Dulfo - October 30, 2020. An investigator learned that if monkeys try to defend themselves, their canine teeth may be pulled out, A monkey on a leash climbs a coconut tree to collect coconuts for his owner in Thailand's largely Muslim Narathiwat province (file photo from 2004). Costco, one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S., has cut ties with Chaokoh coconut milk after discussions with PETA and hearing from thousands of concerned shoppers like you.” Theppadungporn Coconut Co. Ltd., the maker of Chaokoh coconut milk, issued a statement denying the allegations of abuse earlier this year after after Costco committed to … Facebook. Chaokoh is also sold at Target, Walmart, and Kroger's, according to their websites. Costco is dropping coconut milk produced by major Thailand -based manufacturer Chaokoh from its inventory following accusations of forced monkey labor, according to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) officials. Pinterest. 'Using monkeys for the coconut industry is almost non-existent,' Thai Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit told reporters, saying human labour had long ago replaced monkeys. Costco is removing Chaokoh coconut milk from its shelves after Thai suppliers were accused of using monkeys to pick coconuts by PETA Theppadungporn Coconut Co. the manufacturer and distributor of Chaokoh coconut milk, said it ensures zero monkey labor in its coconut production; In the past, monkeys had been trained to pick exported fruit and also perform tricks for tourists By James … Digg. 'We have made it clear to the supplier we do not support the use of monkeys for harvesting and that all harvesting must be done by human labor. Costco will stop selling one brand of coconut milk from a Thailand-based producer. Chaokoh Coconut milk is going to be hard to find during your next grocery shopping trip to Costco. Claim: Costco stopped selling Chaokoh coconut milk due to the mistreatment of monkeys in producing the product. 42. October 31, 2020. In July, the Thai government responded to similar claims. (CNN) — Costco has reportedly stopped purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk after PETA accused its manufacturer, the Thailand-based company Theppadungporn Coconut Co., of using forced monkey labor. Getty Images. Costco Pulls Chaokoh Coconut Milk Off the Shelves After the Brand Is Accused of Using Forced Monkey Labor By Andrea Reindl October 29, 2020 at 4:11 pm. It noted that suppliers have also signed memorandums of understanding that there is no monkey labor at their farms. Product of Thailand. At each one, they documented that these sensitive animals were abused and exploited.'. We asked Costco whether it had stopped selling Chaokoh due to monkey labor and cruelty, but didn’t get a response in time for publication. International News Costco drops Chaokoh coconut milk allegations of forced monkey labor which sees the animals chained ', The report stated 64 farms out of 817 had been randomly selected and 'did not find the use of monkey for coconut harvesting. Costco is the latest retailer to cease stocking certain types of coconut milk like Chaokoh over concerns about cruelty in the production process, including Walgreens, Food Lion, Giant Food, and Stop & Shop. Costco has reportedly stopped purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk after allegations came to light that its manufacturer used forced monkey labor came to light. So, this is nuts -- a popular coconut milk brand allegedly uses abused monkeys to harvest its product, which is why you won't see it on Costco shelves anymore. But a disturbing PETA Asia investigation reveals that terrified young monkeys in Thailand are kept chained, abusively trained, and forced to climb trees to pick coconuts that are used to make coconut milk, meat, flour, oil, and other products,' said PETA on its website. In a press release, the animal rights organisation said that Costco will no longer purchase coconut milk from Thailand-based coconut milk producer Chaokoh … Ice blankets the Sahara desert while snow falls in Saudi Arabia... Get the sandbags ready! Missing hiker Esther Dingley DID have problems in her love life, says witness who met her days before she... Monster mother Mairead Philpott tells evil ex Mick who is serving life for the fire plot that killed their... Love keeping fit but your body finding it tricky? Share. Monkey labor? Costco has reportedly stopped purchasing Chaokoh coconut milk after PETA accused its manufacturer, the Thailand-based company Theppadungporn Coconut Co., of using forced monkey labor. Costco is the latest retailer to cease stocking certain types of coconut milk like Chaokoh over concerns about cruelty in the production process, including Walgreens, Food Lion, Giant Food, and Stop & Shop. Thailand last year produced more than 806,000 tonnes of coconut and exported coconut milk worth nearly $400 million. So far, Theppadungporn Coconut Co. has not commented on the allegations. Is Martial Law ‘Imminent’ Before Biden’s Inauguration? Embracing new challenges! Chaokoh, a coconut milk brand that’s sold in major stores across the U.S., is among those that sell coconut products made using forced monkey labor. Costco hasn't publicly confirmed that it stopped selling Chaokoh because of reports of monkey labor and abuse. Seems odd that a pastor in rural Texas would be the first to get the... 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