While the triumphs of technology and the modern age are many, the ever-growing human desire to produce more and faster has had a detrimental impact in some areas. Intensive and competitive farming as the world population increases and people demand "instant" products/services has lead to horrific conditions for the animals slated as commodities only, their conditions for life viewed as irrelevant since they are born and fed for one purpose: to become a meal.
Perhaps the ultimate solution, some might say, is to go vegan. This may be a viable solution for many; for those of us who aren't ready to make that commitment (for whatever reason) but still have great concern for the pain and suffering experienced by these animals while they live, Compassion in World Farming is an organization to become familiar with.
Established in 1967 by a British dairy farmer and his family, CIWF has expanded with representation in ten countries and continues to grow. Over the years, their advocacy and education of the public has led to the banning of such things as room-restrictive "storage" crates for veal cattle, sows, and chickens; and they've helped establish laws for the standards of care and feeding of animals in farm settings across the United Kingdom and Europe.
They also work with food production companies and manufacturers on clearer labeling so that consumers can obtain direct information regarding what they are eating and where it has come from. CIWF believes that by approaching the food supply system from multiple angles (in practice on the farm, legally through legislation and lobbying, clarity in communication across all channels, and educating the public), it is possible to create a food supply chain that is kind, honest, and healthy from start to finish. Since this planet population seems destined to continue growing, today is the perfect opportunity the make compassionate farming the norm rather than the exception.
To find out more or to offer your support to this organization, please visit their Web site (linked above), on Facebook (search "Compassion in World Farming" under the non-profit organization marker), and/or on Twitter (@CIWF)
*Photo above is from their Facebook page gallery; permission pending and photo may be removed if requested by organization
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