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- Dead Zones Increase Due to Factory FarmsAll across the globe, dead zones are increasing due to run-off from factory farms. What are these dead zones? Why is there an increase in concern?
- Smithfield Foods Shines Spotlight on Factory FarmingSmithfield Foods announced that it will investigate one of its farms in Virginia after an undercover video was taken by the Humane Society of the United States.
- Factory Farm Animal Care ControversySmithfield is in hot water after a video is released showing animal cruelty
Humane Society Claims Smithfield Abuses Pigs on Virginia Farm, Video Made of Undercover OperationThe Humane Society of the United States calls for Smithfield, the largest pork producer in the United States, to investigate a factory farm in Virginia.
Factory Farming CAFOs in IndianaThe arguments concerning animal factory farming in Indiana'"primarily hog and dairy cow confined animal feeding operations (CAFO's)'"heat up as more counties are forced to face inherent concerns that come with these operations.
What is Mercy for Animals and Where Can the Organization Be Found?Nathan Runkle founded Mercy for Animals four years after he examined an exhibit in Dayton, Ohio describing the cruel confinement and abuse of animals raised to be slaughtered for food.- Animal Cruelty and Factory FarmsThe facts on the cruelty and inhumane treatment of animals in factory farms. The legislation discussed regarding animal rights are mainly specific to the state of Texas.
How Factory Farming Still Impacts VegetariansDo you think you are safe from the environmental health hazards of factory farming because you're a vegetarian? Read this to find out why you're not.- Livestock and Factory Farming Practices Damage AmericansA researched look at how modern livestock and factory farms contribute to bad health and is detrimental to the environment, not only in the United States, but globally.
Defining Agriculture: A Problem for Farmers & ConsumersMany terms are tossed about and used in a different way than intended, and some don't have clear definitions. Everyone who eats is involved in this!- Animal Handling Procedures on Factory FarmsThe beginning of 2009 brought in some major changes to the laws and lives of the animal factory farm animals.
- Factory Farm DangersFactory Farms have many issues, find out more about them here.
The End of Factory FarmingA look at the ecological resonance between the animal holocaust and our inner life.- A Visit to the Farm Sanctuary in Upstate New York Can Change Your Ideas About Animal Cruelty on Factory FarmsWhat happens when a person who is not an animal rights advocate, hates PETA, is not a vegetarian or vegan visits the Farm Sanctuary near Watkins Glen, New York..
- The Ugly Side of Dairy Factory FarmingThe sad and disturbing reality of factory farming.
Sobering Statistics About Factory FarmingFactory farming is a lose-lose-lose for the environment, the animals, and your health.- Factory Farming: How Meats are ProducedAnimal products make up a big part of the American diet: do you know where your meat came from, and how it was raised? Do you care? You should.
Factory Farming Vs. Sustainable FarmingFactory Farming leads to health risks in humans, unhealthy animals and produce, and toxic waste. Sustainable farming is a viable solution to all of these issues.- Factory Farms and Factory Schools Have Much in CommonWhen the density is high and the goal is highest output for lowest dollar, the public schools start looking a lot like CAFOs.
Modern Farms Feed the WorldUS farmers feed the world with good management, productive animals and equipment and many times technology. More than food comes from US farms. Here are some facts.- When You Buy Organic Are You Really Getting What the Label Says?It might just take a little effort to find out if the food you are eating is really natural and organic.
- A Meaty SolutionThis article is an opinion piece suggesting a unique way to increase tax revenue and help solve other current problems facing the United States.
- The Effects of Industrialized FarmingAn overview of the harmful effects of industrialized farming methods on the environment, supported by ideas from Plutarch's "Moralia" and Matthew Scully's "Dominion."
- How to Switch to a More Compassionate LifestyleThis is a brief look at some advice and facts about switching to a more compassionate lifestyle and commonly overlooked factors that may change your mind.
- Green is the New Black: Celebrating "Earth Day" Every DayThe meat industry's affect on the environment.
How Can a Cup of Water Tell Us What is Moral and Immoral?One cool afternoon, my friend and I sat in a local coffee shop and debated whether one could tell what is moral or immoral using only a glass of water...
New Categories of Eggs: What Do the Labels on Egg Cartons Mean?"Cage Free." "Free Range." "Animal Care Certified." "Organic." They sound good... but what do they mean? Are specially labeled eggs worth the extra cost?- The Environmental Costs of Factory Farming and RanchingBefore the meat industry began using hormones, pesticides, and mass production, meat products were seen as a good source of nutrition.
