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National factory farms

Monsanto lobbyist uses power as FDA food czar to target Amish

CREDO, a publication of Working Assets, today began a campaign to educate consumers and ignite outrage about a former Monsanto lobbyist and his...
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"Bones" actress leading 2011 "Walk for Farm Animals"

It's that time of year again when farm animal advocates get together for the annual Farm Sanctuary "Walk for Farm Animals". The walk...
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FDA urged to focus on food safety at factory farms

Many people are skittish about the thought of drinking raw milk from a small farmer. Small farms, however, have a much better safety record than...
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United Egg Producers and Humane Society agree to improve conditions for hens

In an historic moment, United Egg Producers (UEP) has joined with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) to work toward improved conditions...
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Iowa ‘ag gag’ bill stalls as 2011 legislature ends, but stays in place for 2012

  • Iowa ag gag
  • July 1, 2011
When Iowa lawmakers went home Thursday, traveling through blistering June heat after the gavel finally fell on the exhaustive 2011 General Assembly...
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What’s your opinion on bills to outlaw undercover videos of animal abuse?

When somebody drops a quarter of a million bucks on a group whose hallmark activity is shooting undercover videos of suspected animal abuse on...
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"Ag-Gag" Legislation Updates

When you, the residents of Jacksonville or anywher in the worldgo to the grocery store's meat section, do you ever think about how that meat...
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Rescued farm animals provide stories of hope and healing for abused children

Roy, Ari, Mercy and Bob are lucky survivors of the E6 Cattle Ranch in Hart, Texas. A new uplifting film from animal protection group Mercy for...
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"Farm to Fridge" exposes truth about meat, dairy and egg production

With organizations like the AARP embracing Meatless Mondays and the new Dietary Guidelines highlighting vegetarian and vegan options, the shift...
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