New York Bill Aims to Ban New Mega-Dairies

New York Bill Aims to Ban New Mega-Dairies

Proponents for the bill hope to curb environmental pollution and bolster small dairy farms.

Bill to Reduce Cow Farts in Upstate New York Sparks Significant Backlash

A controversial proposal in Albany has reignited longstanding tensions between upstate and downstate lawmakers. A new bill, introduced by progressive Democrats from New York City, aims to limit the number of cows allowed on dairy farms across the state. As you can imagine, the proposal has drawn fierce opposition from rural communities who say it would devastate the agricultural economy. The legislation would prevent dairy operations from expand…