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Protesters demonstrate outside of Fairlife's Chicago headquarters on June 10, 2019, after the company came under fire when an animal welfare group released an undercover video showing some workers engaged in alleged abuse of calves at Fair Oaks Farms, a Fairlife supplier.

June 12, 2019: 7 things to know about alleged animal abuse at Fair Oaks Farms

June 2, 2021 at 7:56 a.m.

Fair Oaks Farms, a large dairy in northwest Indiana that runs popular tours for families and schoolchildren, came under fire last week when an animal welfare group released an undercover...

Names released of 3 charged in Fair Oaks Farms animal abuse case; suspects still at large

June 13, 2019 at 9:05 a.m.

Three people have been charged with animal cruelty after the release of video showing workers kicking and throwing young calves at Fair Oaks Farms, a northwest Indiana dairy farm that's...

Fair Oaks Farms in northwest Indiana is known for its sustainability and animal welfare initiatives and its agritourism business. This building contains a "Dairycatessen" for farm visitors.

Fair Oaks Farms owner says video of alleged cow abuse ‘broke my heart,’ vows to add cameras, animal welfare audits

June 7, 2019 at 9:19 p.m.

Fair Oaks Farms owner Mike McCloskey, under fire after an undercover video exposed young cows allegedly being abused by some employees at his dairy farm, has vowed to install security...

Amaria Garcia clips off empty stems at MightyVine on July 31, 2018, in Rochelle.

MightyVine embarks on expansion as demand for tomatoes keeps growing

June 8, 2019 at 11:30 a.m.

MightyVine, a local grower of hydroponic tomatoes, has secured bank financing for a major greenhouse expansion as it strives to meet rising demand from restaurants and retailers. The deal with...

Eggs are offered for sale at Green City Market on May 15, 2019.

Green City Market turns 20: Chicago’s largest farmers market now ‘a huge social event,’ but it still faces a crop of challenges

June 7, 2019 at 3:36 p.m.

When Green City Market sprouted in Chicago 20 years ago, it was a modest affair with nine vendors in an alley beside the Chicago Theatre. The city's foodie cred was...

A newborn calf spends some time in the cow nursery attached to the birthing barn at Fair Oaks Farms. The dairy farm, a popular destination for school field trips, was investigated by an animal rights group, which released graphic video showing alleged abuse of calves.

Alleged animal abuse at Fair Oaks Farms under investigation after activists release graphic video

June 9, 2019 at 10:01 p.m.

Fairlife, a popular brand of ultrafiltered milk, will be pulled from shelves at all Jewel-Osco stores after an animal welfare group released an undercover video showing alleged abuse of calves...

Constellation Brands, whose Chicago-based beer division has the exclusive right to import and market popular Mexican brews Corona, Modelo and Pacifico in the U.S. saw its share price plunge 6 percent Friday.

Beer industry shudders at Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on Mexican imports

June 1, 2019 at 5:03 p.m.

President Donald Trump's threat to impose tariffs on Mexican imports sent shivers through the U.S. beer industry, which warned Friday that it could be hammered with nearly $1 billion in...

Laura Pekarik, owner of Cupcakes for Courage Bakery, filed a lawsuit in 2012 challenging a city rule prohibiting food trucks from parking within 200 feet of any establishment that serves food.

Chicago’s food truck restrictions can stand, Illinois Supreme Court rules

May 24, 2019 at 10:41 a.m.

The Illinois Supreme Court ruled Thursday that Chicago's food truck regulations are constitutional and that the city can protect restaurants from their wheeled competitors. The court affirmed the ruling of...

Danya Reale, from left, Sarah Mann, and Julie Mates sample ruby cocoa items during the Sweets & Snacks Expo at McCormick Place on May 21, 2019.

Will chocolate lovers, fond of milk, dark and white varieties, think pink? One chocolatier is rolling out ruby.

May 24, 2019 at 4:13 p.m.

The future of chocolate is looking rosy — literally. Barry Callebaut's ruby — a pink-hued cocoa with a slight berry flavor — officially launched in North America last week, promising...

McDonald's has responeded to mounting complaints about sexual harassment with employee training programs and a new anonymous reporting hotline.

McDonald’s touts its new sexual harassment training and hotline. ‘Nothing has changed,’ says alleged victim.

May 21, 2019 at 6:58 p.m.

McDonald's has responded to mounting complaints about sexual harassment with employee training programs and a new anonymous reporting hotline. The Chicago-based fast-food chain sent a letter Monday to Illinois Democratic...

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