Intensive animal farming is a relatively recent development in the history of agriculture, utilizing scientific discoveries and technological … See more

Intensive farms hold large numbers of animals, typically cows, pigs, turkeys, geese, or chickens, often indoors, typically at high densities.
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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), farms on which animals are intensively reared can cause adverse … See more

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The aim is to produce large quantities of meat, eggs, or milk at the lowest possible cost. Food is supplied in place. Methods employed to maintain … See more

In various jurisdictions, intensive animal production of some kinds is subject to regulation for environmental protection. In the United States, a See more

Intensive factory farming has grown to become the biggest threat to the global environment through the loss of ecosystem services and global warming. It is a major driver to … See more