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202585 minGdocumentary

Agro Ecology Climate Change

World Without Cows

202585 minGdocumentary

Filmmakers traveled to more than 40 global locations to examine the cultural and economic significance of cows and their impact on climate.

Agro Ecology Climate Change

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Michelle Michael,

Brandon Whitworth

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Filmmakers traveled to more than 40 global locations to examine the cultural and economic significance of cows and their impact on climate.

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Michelle Michaeldirector

Brandon Whitworthdirector

Gabe Brown

Victor Campanellicast

Joel Saitore Gilishocast

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Farmers and ranchers across the globe share their insights on the role of cows in agriculture and the environment. Directed by Michelle Michael, World Without Cows features interviews with scientists and experts in over 40 locations. The film investigates the cultural and economic significance of cattle, their contributions to food systems, and their environmental impact. It poses a critical question: Are societies better off without cows? The documentary runs for 85 minutes and was released in 2025.

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