Intensive Livestock Operations
Why are so many animals kept in one space? Intensive Livestock Operations focus on raising a large number of animals in a defined space.
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The Myth of Factory Farms
The term “factory farm” is not used by farmers or anyone in the agriculture industry. Big doesn’t mean bad. The reality is fewer people want to farm and we have a growing population that relies on farmers to produce their food.
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Pig Housing
Why do pigs need to be put in stalls? Protecting the piglets is one very important reason farrowing crates are used!
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Transporting Farm Animals
Caring for animals during transportation is just as important as caring for them on the farm.
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Animal Welfare or Rights
What is the difference between animal rights and animal welfare? Did you know there are “Five Freedoms” for animal welfare that are recognized worldwide?
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Chicken Housing
Wondering why chickens are sometimes kept in cages? Deciding on the best type of housing for chickens is complex and there are many factors that farmers take into account.
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Antibiotic Resistance
What is antibiotic resistance? How does it affect animal health?
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