Last week, I met one of my food heroes and teachers β Joel Salatin β the lunatic farmer of Polyface Farms in Virginia. Never heard of him? Let’s fix that.
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Farming and Food Evolution in the US as Explained in 40 Pics
What’s wrong with the state of farming and food in America? Vox posted a collection of maps, graphs, and charts that tell the story in an enjoyable way.
Grass-Fed Versus Grain-Fed Beef (Infographic)
I’ve learned a lot about how most beef is produced in this country, and the facts horrify me. Learn about grass-fed versus grain-fed beef in this infographic.
Factory Farming: Hole-y Cow! WTFistula?
Here’s some text from a PBS interview with Michael Pollan, entitled “Modern Meat”. This covers the need for the holes (“Rumen Fistula”) and more. Read the whole thing via the [ … ]
Why Organic Meat Doesnβt Mean Humane or Healthy Meat
That organic meat is no magic bullet shouldn’t come as any surprise.
Small-scale Farming in Wales
Last week, I went on a trip to Northern Wales and stayed on a small farm. Although I knew the ultimate fates of the animals there, I have to say, as far as farm animals go, they had a pretty good life, so I wondered, why isn’t it like this everywhere?
Human Milk To Come From GM Cows β Planetsave
A biotechnology scientist has predicted that genetically modified cows will soon begin the commercial production of a form of human milk.
Farm Sanctuary Condemns Agreement Violation & Inhumane Confinement of Veal Calves in Ohio
The Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board voted 6-5 last week to permit the completely inhumane confinement of veal calves in tiny crates that the calves aren’t even able to turn around in. This is in a “clear violation of an agreement reached last June between humane groups and agribusiness,” Farm Sanctuary reports.
EcoFarm Tour 2011: Organic Cheese and Sheep Udders
ο»Ώο»Ώ As part of the EcoFarm Conference last week, I had the opportunity to see several local organic farms. The tour was led by Amigo Cantisano, and it included visits [ … ]
Speaking Out Against Factory Farms: Not in my Cuppa
The UK is close to seeing its first ever factory dairy farm, and the World Society for the Protection of Animals is doing its best to protect consumer health and animal rights by blocking it.
Ohio Ruling Allows for Labeling of Hormone-free Milk
An Ohio court has recently overturned its ban on labeling milk as rBGH-free. This is a meaningful move, and you can bet that Monsanto is going to fight back.
Oregano May Help Reduce Methane Gas Produced by Cows
Researchers have found that oregano may reduce methane gas produced by cow flatulence. Methane gas is a potent greenhouse gas – it has more than 20 times the potential of carbon dioxide to cause global warming.
Dairy – The Udder Truth
Gooey melted cheese on pizza, a glass of cold milk with freshly baked cookies, ice cream on a hot summer day… who hasn’t at one time or another enjoyed something [ … ]