In the modern era of convenience and mass consumption, the grim reality of factory farming remains shrouded in shadows, shielded from the public eye by the allure of low prices and abundant supply. Behind the neatly packaged meat products that line supermarket shelves lies a dark tale of suffering and cruelty inflicted upon billions of animals each year. From overcrowded cages to barbaric slaughter methods, the true cost of cheap meat extends far beyond its monetary value. Factory farming, also known as industrial agriculture, is characterized by the intensive confinement of animals in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions. Pigs, chickens, cows, and other livestock are treated as mere commodities, subjected to a life of confinement and deprivation. In these cramped and unnatural environments, animals are deprived of the ability to engage in their natural behaviors, leading to stress, aggression, and psychological trauma. One of the most egregious aspects of factory farming is the...