What do people mean when they say, “factory farm”? Here’s a short breakdown, and why people want alternatives.
Banning Concentrated Feedlots is on the Ballot in Sonoma
Locals worry what this could mean for a region dominated by agritourism.
On The Ground With Groups Creating Wildlife Corridors
Prioritizing connections for traveling animals could slow down the extinction crisis.
How Much Do You Really Need to Worry About Bird Flu?
Answer: not that much, but more than you might think.
Rats With Wings, Vaccines, And New Breed—2024’s Solutions to the Bird Flu Crisis
Bird flu has held the poultry industry in its clutches since 2022. If the industry won’t change, the consumers will.
Opinion: Bird Flu is a Problem. The Way We Deal With it is Cruel
Not only have we not learned enough from past outbreaks of avian influenza, but we still don’t have humane ways to cull infected flocks. With bird flu outbreaks still a large concern for producers, we need to find a better way to deal with them.
Cities may not compost your dog poop yet, but you can start now.
Advice and Resources for Getting Out of Factory Farming
We asked those interviewed for our stories on factory farming what advice they have for contract farmers looking for or needing other options. We’ve compiled some of their insights below.
They Once Worked in Factory Farming. Not Anymore.
Factory farming is exploitative of farmers. Here’s how some producers have transitioned out of contract farming with the help of organizations that can provide a lifeline.
