Extremists Unveil New Tactic to Attack U.S. Farms Oklahoma pork producers targeted with false claims to promote political agenda February 1, 2012 – A new video released this week by the Humane Society of the United States, an extreme animal rights group, is more about politics than animal care. The footage, filmed by an…
Alliance Launches New, Interactive, Mobile-friendly Website Website to Incorporate More Graphic, Relevant Content and Virtual Library January 28, 2014 –The Animal Agriculture Alliance today unveiled a new website, the product of an almost nine-month redesign effort focused on providing Alliance members, media and consumers with the most relevant, up-to-date and pertinent information in an…
Alliance Helps Rural Legislators Understand Challenges Facing Agriculture January 20, 2011 – Last week, Animal Agriculture Alliance Executive Vice President Kay Johnson Smith warned elected agriculture and rural leaders from across North America about the threats to animal agriculture at the 10th Annual State Legislative Agriculture Chairs Summit, held in Fort McDowell, Ariz. Johnson Smith served…
2013 Kicks off with More Misleading Antimeat Campaigns Popular Food Network Shows and State Legislatures Most Recent Venues January 18, 2013 – The role of meat and other animal products in Americans’ diets continues to come under fire, with activist organizations’ continued efforts to push for the introduction of meatless meals in the home,…
College Aggies Online Launch Announcement Launching with a Renewed Commitment to Advocating for Agriculture January 15, 2013 –The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s fourth annual College Aggies Online (CAO) agriculture advocacy scholarship program, launched yesterday with new guidelines and projects designed to encourage participants to be actively engaged with the American public. In years past, participants…
Charitable Donations to AR Groups Increase 11% Animal Agriculture a Major Target ARLINGTON, VA – In 2008, there appeared to be an increase in well-funded animal rights activities directed at animal agriculture. Based on our research, the Animal Agriculture Alliance understands why. In 2007, the latest reporting period available for review, charitable donations to animal…
Animal Ag Alliance Appoints Adams as Communications and Membership Coordinator The Animal Agriculture Alliance recently appointed Laramie Adams as Communications and Membership Coordinator. He will be responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of all aspects of the Alliance’s communications and membership development strategy. “We are excited Laramie has joined our staff as…
Animal Agriculture Alliance Celebrates 25th Anniversary January 4, 2012 – Today, the Animal Agriculture Alliance debuts a new logo to kick off its 25th anniversary celebration. Founded in 1987 as the Animal Industry Foundation, the Alliance is the nation’s oldest and largest coalition speaking on behalf of the entire animal agriculture industry. The Alliance…
Animal Ag Alliance Promotes Hubbart to Communications Director The Animal Agriculture Alliance recently promoted Sarah Hubbart to Communications Director, where she will be responsible for managing all aspects of the organization’s communications strategy. She was previously the Communications Coordinator for the Alliance. “I’m thrilled to announce Sarah’s promotion to Communications Director. She has demonstrated both an…
Stakes are High for Issue 2 Ohio legislation Ohio voters will influence the future of animal agriculture in their state on November 3. Issue 2 calls for the creation of a 13-member Livestock Care Standards Board that would include Ohio’s agriculture director, family farmers, veterinarians, a representative from a local humane society, and consumers.…