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How Factory Farms Supercharge Harmful Bacteria
The rapid growth of chickens — now, 31 billion globally — has sped up pathogen evolution, boosting persistence, antibiotic resistance and spillover to humans.
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Why Some Plant-Based Foods Have a Longer Ingredient List
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U.S. and Mexico Unveil A New Weapon To Fight Screwworm, the Parasite Threatening Cattle Herds
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No, the Uptick in Meat Allergies Is Not Caused by Bill Gates
When faced with uncertainty, some turn to conspiracy theories for answers.
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PFAS Levels in Sewage Sludge Put New York’s Dairy and Meat Industry at Risk
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