Factory Farms, Local Meat, and Being Vegetarian in Worcester

One conversation that seems to make people instantly uncomfortable and evasive is talking about the meat we eat and where it came from. It is understandable considering the immense factory farming, or Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs), that dominate U.S. food production. Started as a way to produce “cheap meat”, now 99% of the meat […]

Six Reasons to Support Urban Chickens

One of the FALPC’s priorities is to expand and improve urban agriculture in Worcester. This includes advocating for urban livestock such as the right to raise chickens. Why would we want to change zoning and ordinances to permit residents to raise chickens within city limits? Well, I’m so glad you asked. Here are six reasons why: […]