French Village Pince to Hand Out Chickens to Cut Waste

As well as reducing waste, officials hope the chickens will provide at least 200 eggs per year

BBC News - March 28, 2012

A French village has proposed giving two chickens to each household in order to cut down on organic waste.

Officials in the village of Pince in north-western France say the chickens should each consume 150kg (330lb) of rubbish per year.

It is hoped that as well as reducing waste, the chickens will help families save money by providing eggs.

Those who express an interest will receive their chickens in September, officials say.

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