Animal Welfare
NPPC said the new requirements, if fully implemented, could impose significant costs on family farms to install sprinkler systems, a mandate not applied to nearby residential homes.
Dynamic speakers drew in the crowd at the 2024 Stakeholders Summit.
From a pig veterinarian to a social media superstar, Cara Haden, DVM, shares her rise to TikTok stardom and the purpose behind it all.
Today, people are more curious than ever about where their food comes from. How can we better tell our story and take away the mystery?
The livestock industry needs a comprehensive, cohesive plan to address the virus. Producers, their employees and veterinarians need clear answers and support from U.S. agricultural leadership, moving forward.
Everyone knows communication is key to animal agriculture’s future success. That’s why the Animal Agriculture Alliance and National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) are teaming up.
As a veterinarian, Jeremy Pittman, senior director of U.S. veterinary services for Smithfield Foods, says he is constantly tasked with, asked about and challenged on biosecurity processes or protocols.
Former “Baywatch” star Alexandra Paul and activist Alicia Santurio were found not guilty of misdemeanor theft after “rescuing” two chickens in 2021. Although they faced jail time, Paul says it was worth the risk.
The International Consortium for Antimicrobial Stewardship in Agriculture (ICASA) has awarded nine grants to develop management strategies that improve judicious antibiotic use in beef cattle and swine.
If we, who believe animal-derived proteins are good for people, do not share animal agriculture’s story, those who wish to diminish or eliminate animal agriculture from the food system will lead the conversation.
Consumers are interested in how animal agriculture affects health and wellness, environmental stewardship, animal welfare and worker safety. Now is the time for a more robust and meaningful conversation.
PETA is under fire for their reaction on social media to a Google Doodle that was made to honor the late Steve Irwin, also known as “The Crocodile Hunter.”
The Agriculture Department on Thursday proposed stricter animal welfare standards for organic chicken and meat in a multibillion-dollar market that is rapidly expanding each year.
A 300-lb. NFL lineman thinks his diet change has helped him prolong his career. He’s also turned into an animal rights activist.
A new report reveals the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is failing to verify the accuracy of label claims on meat and poultry products sold in the United States.
The state of Utah is pushing back against animal-welfare activists who contend a state law to prevent filming of agricultural operations is designed to silence them.
Animal-welfare activists are saying Utah legislators enacted a law to prevent filming of agricultural operations to silence them.
NCBA president says a proposed federal mandate on livestock production would compromise animal welfare.
A new animal-welfare panel will work to provide credible feedback on undercover video surveillance and foster balanced discussion.
Proposed rule addresses standards for farm animal euthanasia.
The Center for Consumer Freedom filed a complaint alleging abuses of the tax code and/or criminal activity by three animal activist groups.
A new collaborative resource draws on experience and expertise of veterinarians and industry professionals who have worked on the front lines in cattle emergencies.
Leading nonprofit evaluation firm revokes rating in response to multimillion-dollar settlement in circus animal dispute.
What is your view on animal welfare? It all may depend on where your “window” is.
Idaho’s law punishing those who secretly film agricultural operations doesn’t limit free speech because the First Amendment right does not exempt trespassing on private property, state attorneys argued.
Handling livestock can sometimes be stressful for both people and the animals. A lot depends on our attitude, methods, and our understanding of how an animal behaves.
Undercover video shot last winter shows abuse at calf raising facility.
To maintain and improve animal welfare in poultry facilities, Tyson Foods has started using remote video auditing systems.
An undercover video filmed by animal rights activists has halted the purchases of pigs by Hormel from one of the company’s suppliers.
A tractor trailer in Iowa tipped over in Iowa with 150 pigs inside.