Last week, a four-alarm fire broke out at S&R Egg Farm in Wisconsin’s Walworth County – more than 100 firefighters were called out to battle the blaze. After the fire was put out, a WISN 12 news report declared “no injuries” and the company’s website further confirmed that it’s “happy to report no injuries.” In reality though, an estimated 300,000 …
We’re thrilled to share the exciting news that the dangerous King Amendment, which would have nullified state-level protections for farmed animals and threatened environmental and food safety laws, is officially dead! Last night, Senate and House negotiators agreed to drop the controversial King Amendment from the Farm Bill.
While fish may be unable to vocalize their pain in ways that humans can recognize, the scientific consensus is clear: fish feel pain, much like we do. They’re smart, have good memories, form complex social relationships, and some even use tools. Sadly, overfishing is putting many species on the verge of extinction. The number of aquatic animals killed for human …
Looking in their eyes, you can begin to sense the emotional depth of cows. They form strong bonds with their young and develop relationships with each other. Studies show cows even have best friends. Cows are playful, inquisitive, and curious — and they’ve been known to “celebrate” when they’ve solved a problem. Like us, cows produce milk for their young. …
If you’ve ever had a chance to meet a pig, it’s hard not to notice how strikingly similar these animals are to the beloved dogs with whom we share our homes. These highly social animals possess an amazing capacity for love, joy, and sorrow — and they’re remarkably intelligent. In fact, they’re considered one of the top five most intelligent …
Like all birds, chickens are smart animals with complex and meaningful social relationships. In fact, their intelligence is so advanced that a recent study by the University of Bristol revealed that chickens can think, draw references, apply logic, and even plan ahead. They can perform basic arithmetic, anticipate the future, and navigate by using the position of the sun! Sadly, …
Foster Farms is making headline news again — because of cockroaches. As reported in USA Today, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) shut down a Foster Farms chicken processing plant in Livingston, California yesterday, stating that the facility was infested with live cockroaches.
Could meat be the new smoking? Will we someday have school programs dedicated to warning children about the health hazards of eating meat — similar to those that currently warn about the effects of smoking? That day might not be too far away.
As many of you can tell from the blanket of snow covering most of the country, winter is here! Sure, some people look at the snow and think about sub-zero temperatures and icy roads, but – if you were a child, dog, or farmed animal – you may see a wonderland of play and exploration! And on that note, enjoy these sweet …