Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
battery-farming
noun
/ˈbæt.ə.ri ˈfɑːrmɪŋ/
Definition
Battery farming is a method of raising livestock, especially poultry, in which a large number of animals are confined in a small space, often in cages, to maximize production and minimize costs.
Examples
- Many animal welfare organizations oppose battery-farming due to the harsh living conditions of the animals.
- Consumers are becoming more aware of the implications of battery-farming and are demanding more humane alternatives.
Meaning
The practice involves keeping animals in concentrated, crowded conditions, usually for the purposes of intense production of eggs, meat, or milk.
Synonyms
- Intensive farming
- Factory farming
