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News Icon 10/16/2024

What's Breed Got to Do with It?

A chicken's breed is the most important factor in their overall welfare. Why is breed so important and what are the barriers to implementing better breeds?

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News Icon 10/7/2024

8 Reasons Why Octopuses Should Never Be Farmed

Celebrate World Octopus Day by learning why these intelligent creatures should never be farmed. Discover 8 reasons why octopus farming is unethical, from their complex emotions to the environmental impact. Take action to protect them now!

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News Icon 10/7/2024

The Hidden Victims of Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact on the Southeastern United States highlights the urgent need to address the systemic vulnerabilities of industrial animal agriculture.

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News Icon 9/29/2024

World Food Loss and Waste Day

Learn how factory farming worsens global food loss and waste, consuming vital resources that could feed billions. On World Food Loss & Waste Day, we highlight the need for a shift towards sustainable, equitable food systems. Sign the END.IT…

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News Icon 9/9/2024

The importance of taking action for farmed animals

CIWF often sends our supporters petitions to sign, letters to send, and invitations to in-person rallies and events. But sometimes we are asked the question—does taking action really make a difference?

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News Icon 9/5/2024

Four reasons we support the Industrial Agriculture Accountability Act

Learn why Compassion in World Farming supports the Industrial Agriculture Accountability Act of 2023. Discover how this legislation could transform factory farming, improve animal welfare, and promote a more humane and sustainable food system.

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News Icon 8/29/2024

Plant-Based Eating on Welfare

My journey with plant-based eating, and how being on food stamps helped me become and remain plant-based for the health of the planet.

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News Icon 8/23/2024

The Incredible Intelligence of Octopuses

Discover the remarkable intelligence of octopuses and why their unique abilities make them wholly unsuitable for farming. Learn why protecting these sentient creatures from exploitation is crucial for their welfare and the environment.

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News Icon 8/15/2024

Human Faces: Virginia Drath

Meet Virginia Drath, an 82-year-old Wisconsin farmer fighting against the devastating impact of mega-dairies on her community. Discover how factory farming is polluting water, harming residents, and destroying the environment.

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News Icon 8/8/2024

The Making of the Megafarm Map

Discover how CIWF mapped U.S. megafarms using USDA data. Explore our interactive map and learn how you can help with our CAFO moratorium toolkit.

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