Tag Archives | industrial agriculture

Animal Protection Policies: 20 Years Of Progress

August 15, 2011

(ANIMAL RIGHTS ) USA — Here’s something positive for animal lovers to reflect on: In the last 20 years, there have been at least 1,000 new animal protection laws enacted. Plus, these statutes are in addition to the federal laws aimed at preventing animal cruelty and animal abuse. So, though it may seem stagnant at times, and there are definite setbacks, too, the general trend in animal welfare is decidedly upward. Read on for inspiration to keep taking action on behalf of animals. It makes a difference! — Global Animal

Share Your Thoughts

Are Animal Activists “Terrorists”? Big Ag Votes Yes

May 7, 2011

FARM ANIMAL WELFARE – Imagine two people: an abusive farm worker, inflicting senseless pain upon a multitude of innocent animals; and an animal rights activist, taking major risks to record and expose this gruesome cruelty that occurs behind closed doors. Now, who is the terrorist? Agribusiness lobbies from Iowa, Florida and Minnesota have crafted bills, or “Ag-Gags,” aimed at punishing animal rights activists — painting them as eco-terrorists — and ultimately denying citizens their right to the truth. Read on to learn more about this potentially disastrous political phenomenon, for animals and the people who care about them. — Global Animal

Share Your Thoughts

Why Industrial Agriculture Is Harmful To Both Animals And Humans

September 26, 2010

USA – New York Times writer Nicholas Kristof explains how the recent salmonella outbreak is just a symptom of the horrors of industrial farming.

Share Your Thoughts

Back to top