I have never tried raw milk, or realized that there was a demand for raw milk. After looking up what raw milk is, I am surprised by how people trying to get away with the rules and restrictions came with raw milk production. To know that the Department of Agriculture shut down the illegal farm, I feel a sense of relief. I think this chapter is particular interesting because it includes a lot of historical context and examples, especially for the argument of pasteurization, which also led to the discussion of government regulation and food production business. I am more interested in this part than farming itself. The different opinions between health regulations and farmers are what balance the food industry and provide safer food for people.
If you are a vegetarian, you probably should not read the part of how a pig is killed and become people's delicious food. Although I love pork belly, I feel guilty reading this part. Combined with the part about how the author, as a new farmer, failed at keeping his animals alive, I really feel bad for the chickens, bees he lost by accident. Nevertheless, this is what makes this book interesting. I have gained a fresh view of food we consumed on a regular basis. Most time they made to the table, and other time they were gone even before becoming food. Additionally, I never thought I would say this, but one must have a strong heart to become a farmer. If you consider plants and animals as real lives, you probably cannot handle the challenges the author had encountered.
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