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It May Be Impossible to Outcompete Factory Farming – Lewis Bollard

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Innovations in Animal Welfare: Inovo Sexing and Beyond

This chapter explores the advancements in Inovo Sexing technology which enables early identification of chick genders, significantly reducing the ethical issues associated with the mass culling of male chicks. It examines the broader implications of factory farming practices on animal welfare, advocating for a shift towards more humane breeding methods and calling for regulatory reforms to ensure better treatment of livestock. Through examples of successful humane practices and technological innovations, the chapter highlights the potential for combining productivity with ethical animal treatment in agriculture.

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