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What Is Boar Taint? Your Questions Answered.

Did you know that the meat of some uncastrated male pigs may smell and taste unpleasant? The cause is “boar taint,” and if you didn’t know, you’re not alone. By understanding the causes and concerns surrounding boar taint, we can work toward a more compassionate and sustainable future for all.  Here’s what you need to […]

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Jessica Salazar
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Slaughterhouse Forced to Halt Operations After Report of a Ram Shot Five Times with Captive-Bolt Gun

A meat-processing plant at the University of Nevada, Reno, was recently ordered to suspend operations after a horrific report detailed an “egregious act of inhumane handling of animals in connection with slaughter.” According to a suspension notice from the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the agency found evidence of the slaughterhouse’s failure to comply […]

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Hannah Bugga

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