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Factory farming

It's a common belief we inherit as children, that farms are happy, peaceful places. But for the millions of animals locked inside factory farms, there is no happiness, peace, or basic laws to protect them - or their babies - from suffering.

A cute piglet looking towards camera from a sow stall in a factory farm

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  • Factory farming

    What is factory farming?

    Every year in Australia, millions of curious chickens and sensitive pigs are kept hidden away in factory farms. These sensitive animals are denied everything that makes life worth living. Will you help them?

    22 February 2024

  • Factory farming

    Understanding the issues: Crocodile farming

    His true home is the great outdoors. But he will never get to experience it. Every day in Australia, crocodiles in factory farms are exploited and abused for the global fashion industry.

    21 January 2024

Animals Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live and we pay our respects to their Elders, past and present. Find our Reconciliation Action Plan here.
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