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04/16/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

When cows are raised naturally, cattle production becomes environmentally friendly and sustainable, producing a healthier product

Cattle farming has found itself on the receiving end of lots of criticism over the years, and much of it is justified. In many ways, cattle production is linked with problems like water pollution, overgrazing and general unsustainability. However, by raising cows naturally, cattle production can actually be not only environmentally friendly but also sustainable. […]

01/03/2018 / By News Editors

‘Meat tax’ proposal highlights why people can’t stand vegans

I remember when a couple friends of mine mentioned they didn’t eat meat. I had made a suggestion for a dish to try as we checked out the menu, and they simply responded with their dietary choices. That was the entirety of that particular exchange. After all, what do I care what they eat as […]

01/01/2018 / By Tracey Watson

U.N. warns: Antibiotic use in farming is spreading via waterways, driving the superbug resistance crisis, putting millions of lives at risk

When Alexander Fleming discovered the first antibiotic – penicillin – in 1928, the world of medicine was changed forever. His discovery led to the development of medicines that could treat cuts, abrasions and bacterial infections, saving millions, if not billions, of lives. Sadly, however, misuse and overuse of antibiotics have fostered the development of antibiotic […]

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