The coronavirus exposed the link between infectious organisms and animal-derived meat. Plant-based and lab-grown meat may help prevent future pandemics.

African Swine Fever Outbreak Discovered In Poland

An outbreak of African swine fever was just reported on a farm in Poland. The disease affects pigs, but some fear it could affect humans in the future.

New Zealand Pushed to Replace Animal Agriculture With Plant-Based Crops

New Zealand researchers are urging the government to end its reliance on animal agriculture in favor of plant-based farming.

Dr. Michael Greger Has Been Warning About Pandemics for a Decade

Dr. Michael Greger warned of a coronavirus-like pandemic more than 10 years ago. In a speech, he highlighted the risk of diseases coming from animals.

‘What the Health’ Director Links Coronavirus to Factory Farming In New Film

A new documentary linking coronavirus to factory farming will explore how zoonotic diseases from animals pose a greater threat to humanity than climate change.

UK Urged to Ban Factory Farms to Prevent ‘the Next Coronavirus’

British campaign group Pause the System is urging the UK government to ban factory farming in order to reduce the risk of another pandemic like coronavirus.

The Coronavirus Could Force Mass Slaughterhouse Closures

The USDA announced slaughterhouses across the country would remain staffed with federal inspectors despite the current coronavirus outbreak.

Switzerland May Soon Ban All Factory Farms

Animal agriculture in Switzerland could look very different in the future. The Swiss public will vote on a ban on factory farming.