"Intensive Farming Linked to Higher Pandemic Risk, Study Finds"

A study led by the University of Exeter warns that intensive farming may increase the risk of emerging infectious diseases (EIDs) due to social, economic, and political factors. While traditionally thought to reduce zoonotic disease risks through better control and biosecurity, the study highlights that real-world conditions, such as damaged infrastructure and wildlife intrusion, can undermine these measures. The research calls for a broader consideration of socio-cultural impacts on planetary health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare.