PolicyJune 29, 2013Reactions to USDA Approval of New Mexico Horse Slaughter PlantThe USDA's decision to permit a horse slaughter plant in New Mexico has sparked reactions from public officials and humane organizations, highlighting the urgent need for legislation to ban horse slaughter in the U.S.
PolicyJune 29, 2013Rep. Lujan Grisham's Letter to USDA Secretary Vilsack Regarding Valley MeatsRep. Lujan Grisham addresses USDA Secretary Vilsack in a letter concerning Valley Meats, highlighting key issues and advocating for wild horse protection.
PolicyJune 29, 2013New Mexico Approves First Horse Slaughterhouse in the U.S.Federal officials have approved a New Mexico company's application to convert its facility into a horse processing plant, marking the first such operation in the U.S. since a ban seven years ago.
PolicyJune 29, 2013New Mexico Moves to Halt First U.S. Horse SlaughterhouseNew Mexico's attorney general has ruled horse meat as adulterated, halting plans for the first U.S. horse slaughterhouse since 2007.
Wild Horse ManagementJune 28, 2013BLM and Community Clash Over Fish Springs Wild Horse IssueTensions rise as the BLM and local residents debate the future of wild horses in Fish Springs, with concerns over water access and herd management.
Wild Horse ManagementJune 28, 2013Return to Freedom Leads Fight to Save Nation’s MustangsReturn to Freedom and American Wild Horse Conservation spearhead a campaign urging the halt of federal wild horse roundups, advocating for humane alternatives.
