Undercover investigations in factory farms are often dismissed as extreme or sensational. But what these investigations reveal is not an overstatement, it is the everyday reality inside an industry that operates largely out of public view. Even when undercover investigations are a hard watch, at the end of the day we’re only exposing the literal, real, unfiltered truth. Not exaggerating. …
Announcing Animal Outlook’s New Director of Legal Advocacy—Jareb Gleckel
Today we’re proud to announce the promotion of Jareb Gleckel—a fearless litigator, brilliant strategist, and unapologetic ally for farmed animals—to Director of Legal Advocacy at Animal Outlook. Jareb joined us from a background in commercial litigation and has already been designing the kinds of novel cases that change industry behavior and set legal precedent. Behind the scenes you’ll find him: …
Animal Activists Demand an End to Cow Slaughter in LA
Last Wednesday, more than a dozen passionate advocates gathered on the steps of the LA County Courthouse to send a clear message: Manning Beef must never again operate as a slaughterhouse. With the facility heading to auction, we stood together to ensure any prospective buyers understood the depth of community opposition to resuming slaughter operations. Our voices rang out for …
The Bill Ferguson Farm Transitions Fellowship
We’re hiring a changemaker to transform farms AND futures. Picture this: A former poultry barn now growing fresh lettuce. Farmers finding new purpose. Communities getting healthier food. This isn’t a dream—it’s happening RIGHT NOW in Alabama. Riley Creek Farms just proved what’s possible. After two years working with our Farm Transitions program, they’ve completely reimagined their business. No more factory …
Your Voice Shapes Our Future: 2025 Survey Results
We’re deeply grateful to all who participated in our recent supporter survey. Your thoughtful responses provide crucial guidance as we refine Animal Outlook’s strategies for maximum impact on behalf of animals. We’re delighted to share key discoveries from the survey and outline how your feedback is directly influencing our work moving forward. What drives our community First and foremost, what …
When Farms Pollute Like Factories: The Legal Battle for Climate Transparency
Animal Outlook recently joined forces with leading environmental and animal protection organizations to submit critical comments to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), demanding they maintain greenhouse gas reporting requirements for factory farms—the same facilities that emit more methane than 27 EU countries combined. Here’s what most people don’t know: The largest meat and dairy corporations are emitting greenhouse gases …
Vegan cookie giveaway
Last week, while College of Southern Nevada students in Las Vegas were cramming for finals, we showed up with something unexpected: proof that compassion is delicious. But this wasn’t just about cookies. Between bites of plant-based perfection, students watched the truth unfold on screen—our investigation revealing what really happens to male chicks in the egg industry. The footage is hard …
McCray’s Farm Holiday Wonderland: Once a dairy, now an agrotourism venue
We love sharing photos from the farms we’re helping to transition out of animal agriculture, including these festive treats. The McCray’s have been transitioning their dairy into an agrotourism venue by reducing the heard size and sending male calves and mothers to a sanctuary instead of slaughter. The income is being replaced by seasonal events such as live bands and …
A Remarkable Run of Recent Awards for Riley Creek Farms
Huge congratulations to Riley Creek Farms for a remarkable run of recent awards: 2025 Farm of Distinction – First South Farm Credit 2025 Conservation Farmer of the Year – Dale County Soil & Water Conservation District CEAg World Visionary Grower Winner As the first farm to transition through Animal Outlook’s Farm Transitions Program, Riley Creek has become a beacon for …









