Why Humanely Raised Meat Matters

Unfortunately, there is a large disconnect between consumers and corporations, especially in terms of meat products. Few people know where their meat comes from. In some cases, it’s vaguely disclosed, but the living conditions for the animals we consume are still unknown. Keep reading to learn more about why purchasing humanely raised meat is so important. 

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Huge meat-packing plants have a huge environmental impact. They operate giant machines that take tons of energy, not to mention all the other lighting and equipment that needs to be running constantly  throughout  the plant. Plus, their water consumption is equally notable. In addition, many meat processing plants emit harmful gasses into the air, reducing local air quality and further contributing to the weakening of the O-Zone. Local meat farms don’t do this, since we operate minimally.

Support The Livestock

In past times, people would hunt and gather for survival. Naturally, the need for this has been eliminated with agricultural advancements. However, many meat-packing plants keep their animals in tight, unhealthy conditions. It’s important to give back to nature the way it gives to us. Raising meat humanely is an easy way to achieve this because we see our livestock through from birth until their last day. And, happy, free-range livestock makes for higher quality, tastier food. 

Morality

In the U.S., there is a bit of a disconnect when it comes to our meat. Most people only see the neatly packaged and cleaned meat in the grocery store fridge. Very few actually see the conditions the animal lives in while it’s alive and how they are ultimately butchered for our consumption. In many cases, the living conditions for animals in factory farms are beyond cruel. The animals live in a constant state of fear and pain. When you choose local, humanely raised meat, you are choosing to support significantly less cruel treatment of the animals that are feeding you and your family. 

Fewer Chances For Diseases to Spread

It is much easier for diseases to spread between livestock that’s kept in close quarters. Approximately half of the United States's beef and poultry are contaminated by staph bacteria. In some cases, this is also because some places overuse antibiotics. Similarly, giving livestock room to move about freely can stop the spread of diseases like e coli, which is often found in less-ethically sourced meats.

Purchasing meat from a local meat farm has benefits on personal and even global levels. It’s important to be adamant about buying pasture-raised meat. Briardale Ostrich Farm is a local supplier of pasture-raised meat. We raise our livestock from birth until their last day, so that you can have peace of mind knowing that you are buying humanely raised meat. Order from Briardale Ostrich Farm today!