1 Force Feeding : An Examination of Available Scientific Evidence
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چکیده
The debate over foie gras has been marked by much emotion. Opponents of foie gras refer mainly to personal feelings and observations rather than from experimental approaches. Opponents generally assert that the “cruelty” is quite obvious and there is, therefore, no need for scientific investigation. In an effort to answer factually questions about the science of foie gras production on geese and ducks, French researchers, particularly from the National Institute of Agronomic Research in Nouzilly, France, have conducted numerous studies to objectively gauge the actual impact of foie gras production on animals and to scientifically assess the claims of foie gras opponents.
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