Fed: A Chicken and Egg Story
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Evolution of Chicken Farming Practices
The chapter delves into the historical shifts in chicken farming practices, from intensive farming methods aimed at quick slaughter to more humane approaches with slower-growing chickens. It explores the impact of big producers like Two Sisters and Avara Foods in dictating processes and controlling the industry, tracing back to the origins of vertically integrated firms like Tyson Foods during the Great Depression. The narrative highlights the power dynamics within the industry, examining how stakeholders like farmers, producers, and retailers influence and are influenced by the evolving system.
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