Admittedly, there are reasonable arguments in favor of locating large-scale corporate hog operations in specific rural communities. There are logical responses to each of these arguments. However, rather than argue these points, I have chosen to provide a logical list of reasons why rural communities might be concerned about the location of large-scale corporate hog operations in their areas. Ten is enough to get the point across, but not so many as to overdo discussion of the issue. Also, I wanted to start at the bottom of my list and work my way to the top.
Hogs stink .
Odor is at the top of the list for many opponents of large-scale hog farms. There are legitimate human health concerns associated with air quality surrounding large hog operations. Thus, the odor problem goes beyond the very real nuisance of living with stench in the air. No one likes living in a community that smells like a cesspool. Few would be willing to stay in, or move into, such a community for any reason other than employment.