After developing Alpha-gal syndrome, a Missouri farmer became allergic not just to red meat but also to her own cattle, experiencing severe, life-threatening reactions just from being around them. What was once her livelihood is now something she can no longer safely do.
And she’s not alone. This condition, triggered by the lone star tick, is affecting hundreds of thousands of Americans, with especially devastating impacts on farmers and ranchers who rely on close contact with livestock. Many are being forced to change how they work or leave farming altogether.
At FARE, we know stories like this highlight why awareness, research, and access to care matter, because for millions, food allergy isn’t just about what’s on your plate. It can change your entire life.
Read more here: https://www.kcur.org/2026.../rancher-tickborne-meat-allergy
Learn more about alpha-gal syndrome: https://www.foodallergy.org/resources/alpha-gal-syndrome
