Farmageddon (book)

Farmageddon (book)

Farmageddon: The True Cost of Cheap Meat is a non-fiction book written by Philip Lymbery, CEO of Compassion in World Farming, and journalist Isabel Oakeshott. The book was first published in 2014 by Bloomsbury Publishing.

Overview

Farmageddon: The True Cost of Cheap Meat is an investigative journey into the secretive world of factory farming. The authors argue that this industrial system, driven by consumer demand for cheap meat, is not only cruel to animals but also has serious environmental and health implications.

Content

The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of factory farming. These include the treatment of animals, the impact on human health, the environmental consequences, and the economic and social implications. The authors use a combination of firsthand accounts, scientific research, and investigative journalism to present their case.

Reception

Farmageddon has been praised for its thorough research and compelling arguments. However, it has also been criticized for its one-sided view and lack of practical solutions. Despite these criticisms, the book has sparked a significant debate about the ethics and sustainability of factory farming.

Impact

Farmageddon has had a significant impact on the public's perception of factory farming. It has also influenced policy debates and led to calls for greater transparency and regulation in the farming industry.

See also

• Factory farming
• Animal welfare
• Sustainable agriculture

References

• Lymbery, P., & Oakeshott, I. (2014). Farmageddon: The True Cost of Cheap Meat. Bloomsbury Publishing.