Cows and Pigs Falling Through Barn Floors

Cows and pigs are plummeting into deadly manure pits in Dutch barns—four times a week—drowning or suffocating from toxic gases. Firefighters are now trained to rescue them, revealing how common and perilous these incidents have become. While animal welfare groups demand a ban on these dangerous floors, agricultural groups question the data. Still, advocates are pushing hard for government action to phase out these barns and replace them with safer, solid floors and outdoor access. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a111f23e7890b9ce