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Communities around the world have raised and captured shrimp for centuries. Recent decades and growing demand have given rise to intensive shrimp farming.
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70 percent of the world's salmon comes from farmed fish operations.
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Mariculture refers to the farming of fish, plants and other animals in salt water for human consumption.
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Animal agriculture is responsible for 16.5 percent of all global greenhouse emissions.
Climate•7 min read
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The global commercial fishing industry is valued at $150 billion per year. Here's why it's wrecking the planet.
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The vast majority of farmed animals are raised on crowded factory farms that cause climate emissions and environmental pollution.
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The amount of turkey meat consumed has increased 104 percent since 1970 — virtually all sourced from animals raised on factory farms.
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Egg production is far from the idyllic image of a mother hen sitting atop her nest. Big Ag has corrupted the process, creating cheap eggs at the expense of billions…
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Is anything at McDonald's vegan? This guide has answers.
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Over 1.5 million cattle graze on public lands to the detriment of biodiversity — wiping out native wildlife and destabilizing ecosystems.
Climate•12 min read
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Wondering which alcoholic drinks are vegan? This guide can help.
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A growing number of vegan bodybuilders prove you can meet the body's protein requirements without meat.
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Honey is largely produced by bees living in manmade hives that are very different from their natural habitats.
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Though bullfighting is often portrayed as a fair fight between man and animal, the bull experiences stress, physical pain and, ultimately, death.
Culture•8 min read
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Jell-O is made from gelatin, an ingredient that comes from the bones, skin and connective tissues of farmed animals.
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Increasing adoption of vegan diets and curbing food waste are two powerful ways to combat world hunger
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Despite what you may have read in a few viral Twitter threads, animal leather is not more sustainable than vegan leather.
Big Meat•7 min read
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The global animal agriculture industry rakes in billions of dollars while putting the environment and human health at risk.
Food•18 min read
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A new study found chickens are playful creatures who run, jump, wrestle and play with toys.
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There are many different versions of vegetarianism, and a wide range of benefits from adopting a more plant-rich diet.
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The global dairy industry is responsible for rising rates of water and air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and degraded farmland.
Big Meat•7 min read
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Is Costco’s chicken healthy? The wholesaler’s practices aren’t good for chickens or the workers who raise these birds, and there are plenty of healthy plant-based alternatives to choose instead.
Diet•6 min read
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Despite the persistent myth that goat milk is healthier and more ethically farmed, dairy goats experience the same factory farm conditions as cattle.
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Sentient Media is launching a new $10,000 fund and training program to support journalists in the Midwest who report on environmental and agricultural issues.
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Intensive farming may have made cashmere more affordable, but overgrazing has also led to widespread environmental damage and animal suffering.
Big Meat•8 min read
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An animal sanctuary is a facility where animals are brought to live and be protected for the rest of their lives.
Policy•1 min read
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Processed meats are a regular part of the American diet but eating them could be be risky for your health.
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Hunting is defined as the act of chasing another animal to kill, typically with a gun. Eight states have banned wildlife killing contests.
Culture•8 min read
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In Sentient Media's monthly video series, host Jasmine Leyva shares the top stories in food, animals and the environment in 60 seconds.
Month in a Minute•6 min read
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Dogs who participate in the Iditarod sled race experience illness, injury and, in some cases, death.
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Is it healthy to eat eggs every day? People may avoid eating eggs due to health concerns, allergies or ethical considerations.
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On factory farms, animals are subjected to stress, confinement and physical harm. But the meatpacking industry is also harmful to humans caught within it.
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Soybeans are a protein-rich legume native to East Asia and the main ingredient of many different nutritious foods.
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Salmon has long been considered a healthy source of protein, but there are plenty of nutritious plant-based alternatives.
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Omega-3s are most commonly associated with seafood, but can also be found in leafy greens and other vegan sources, including foods that come from plants.
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Baking without eggs may sound challenging, but it's easier than you'd think. Check out this list of the best egg substitutes for home bakers and cooks.
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Our planet is in trouble. Younger generations, like Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, are taking action.
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The gelatin available at most grocery stores is primarily made from a protein found in the bones of farmed animals such as cows and pigs.
Health•7 min read
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The vast majority of chickens spend their entire lives in the confinement of a factory farm. Farmed animals live for about six weeks before they are slaughtered.
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In the wild, dolphins spend their lives surrounded by other dolphins. But in captivity, life looks very different, and their health often suffers as a result.
Climate•8 min read
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Virtually every member of the animal kingdom benefits from a more mentally stimulating environment, especially zoo animals, cats, dogs, and even mice.
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To produce milk, dairy cattle need to be impregnated. The typical dairy cow is bred every single year, giving her body no break from producing milk or carrying a baby.
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Eating raw meat may be a common practice around the world, but that doesn’t make it safe. Eating raw meat raises the risk of a range of health problems.
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Maintaining a vegan diet can help you manage certain conditions like diabetes or heart disease. Vegans also tend to live healthier lives.
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Eating less meat is the most powerful tool we have to avoid climate destruction. Here are a few tips to help you eat more sustainably.
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Over half of the world’s population suffers from lactose malabsorption, the condition behind lactose intolerance. Learn how to avoid its worst symptoms.
Diet•8 min read
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Food tech startups reportedly received more than $39 billion in new funding in 2021. Food delivery companies and online grocers led the way.
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Want to change the way you eat? You came to the right place. Here's a comprehensive guide to eating plant-based.
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Buddhism focuses on doing no harm. As a result, many of its 500 million practitioners around the world, though not all of them, abstain from eating meat.
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If you're trying to eat less meat, try one of the recipes listed in this article—all of which feature vegetables and legumes as primary ingredients.
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