Year in Review: 2020
Our small and mighty team has been hard at work over the last year to connect, engage and protect on behalf of all of animal agriculture.
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No Leftovers Left Behind
There’s no denying that Thanksgiving will look different this year. Small, festive gatherings are likely to take precedence over large-scale reunions, leaving some to question the practicality of their time-honored traditions amid a global pandemic.
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Plant worker safety protects our food security
Worker health and safety is a critical aspect of protecting our national food security and keeping grocery store shelves stocked with our favorite food items.
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How Does Your Steak Stack?
The meat aisle at the grocery store has become increasingly overwhelming. The world of steak-buying can be a complicated process for many, leaving most of us asking, “How does my steak stack?”
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7 Things I Learned from Meat Judging
I never expected to judge on a senior college team, much less meat judging. I knew what it was but I had never thought about doing it.
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What’s in a Label: Animal Welfare Certifications
Animal welfare is increasingly on the radar of today’s shoppers, and that’s a great thing because it’s top of mind for livestock and poultry farmers too.
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Stepping Up to the Plate
Even in the midst of current troubles, farmers are still finding ways to support neighbors facing difficult circumstances.
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More Than a State Fair
For most people, state fairs mean funnel cakes, rusted amusement rides and, of course, corn dogs. But for people in the agricultural industry, they mean livestock shows.
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National Turkey Lover’s Month – A Lot to Celebrate
Every June, we celebrate National Turkey Lover’s Month. For many, this sparks a memory of family traditions. It may take you to Thanksgiving Day, surrounded by friends and family, and remind you of the many blessings in your life.
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Never fear, meat will still be here
It’s deeply frustrating, though not at all surprising, to see the endless parade of op-eds, social media posts, online petitions and more from activist groups, activist authors and others taking advantage of current circumstances to call for an end to animal agriculture and meat consumption.
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