In You’re humane to farmers, too…, author Caroline Abels reflects on how choosing humanely raised meat benefits not just animals, but the farmers and workers who raise them. Farming is hard — from unpredictable weather to round-the-clock care — and the last thing humane farmers want is miserable animals in their fields. Unlike industrial agriculture, humane farms allow animals to live in natural environments where farmers and workers can experience the joy of watching livestock thrive. Every purchase of humanely raised meat supports ethical farmers, giving them the freedom to work with animals in healthier, more compassionate settings and helping show the food system that people value higher-welfare farming. Choosing humane options not only nurtures animal welfare but also affirms a demand for practices that make farming more sustainable and rewarding.