Ontario Pork is criticizing some animal rights activists, saying their protests are compromising animal and public safety.

An Ontario woman recently was charged with mischief for providing water to sweltering pigs in a truck on their way to the slaughterhouse on a hot day back in June.

Anita Krajnc was taking part in a protest with the group Toronto Pig Save when she allegedly gave the water to the animals through the slats of a truck's trailer.

While agreeing individuals have the right to protest, Ontario Pork says safety for all parties and food integrity must not be compromised.