The Hidden Costs of Thanksgiving Turkeys

This Thanksgiving, around 8 million turkeys will be wasted, highlighting the environmental and ethical issues surrounding the holiday's traditional meal. Despite turkey's unpopularity, social conformity and ritual keep it central to the celebration. The article argues for a shift towards plant-based dishes, emphasizing the cruelty and unsustainability of factory-farmed turkeys. It suggests that Thanksgiving can be an opportunity to reshape food customs, promoting more sustainable and compassionate practices.