It goes without saying many animals raised for slaughter are kept in terrible condition on many factory farms, and Drone on the Farm wants to prove it. Following unpopular 'ag gag' laws that prohibit people from taking photos or video of livestock operations, investigative journalist Will Potter hopes to document potential abuses using drones. These robots will fly over factory farms and take aerial shots, if the project can reach its goal on Kickstarter.
Currently seeking funding to reach its stretch goal of $95,000, Drone on the Farm: An Aerial Exposé will hopefully capture the horrifying conditions animals are being kept in. The funds, which are being matched by a donor, will go towards drones, legal costs and video production that will result in a documentary film and ebook.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Aerial Drone Photography
- Using drones to capture aerial shots provides a new perspective for documenting instances of animal cruelty on factory farms.
- Investigative Journalism
- The use of drones in investigative journalism allows for the documentation of potential abuses that would otherwise be prohibited.
- Crowdfunding for Social Causes
- The success of the Kickstarter campaign for Drone on the Farm highlights the potential of crowdfunding to support and raise awareness for social issues.
Sectors Adopting This
- Agriculture
- The agriculture industry can benefit from the use of drones to monitor and improve animal welfare conditions on farms.
- Media and Entertainment
- The media and entertainment industry can explore the use of drones for unique and impactful storytelling in investigative documentaries.
- Technology and Robotics
- The technology and robotics industry can develop innovative drone solutions to support investigative journalism and activism.
