The Good and the Bad of Modern Farming

I think the most problematic issue with the modern industrial farming is the need for maximum profit. This drive to maximize profit leads to the abuse of farmers, animals, and employees. Animals can barely physically support themselves because they are being so over-fed and live in abysmal living conditions that should be classified as animal abuse. Farmers are extorted to keep "upgrading" their farms if they want to continue with their contract. This drives farmers further into debt. The abuse of employees is shown when there seems to be deals made between companies and law enforcement to…