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The Economic Impacts Of A Plant-Based Transition: Exploring Two Growth Scenarios
Mar 26 2025
Zach Wulderk
How would a shift towards large-scale plant-based meat consumption impact the economy of the United States? This Faunalytics study explores two hypothetical paths and outcomes. READ MORE

The Economic Impacts Of A Plant-Based Transition: Exploring Two Growth Scenarios
How would a shift towards large-scale plant-based meat consumption impact the economy of the United States? This Faunalytics study explores two hypothetical paths and outcomes. READ MORE
Mar 26 2025
Zach Wulderk
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Exploring Gen Z’s Attitudes Towards Animals And The Environment
Looking across the U.S., China, Indonesia, and Thailand, this study examines Gen Z’s attitudes, motivations, career considerations, and barriers to action, offering insights for those looking to engage and support the next generation of animal advocates. READ MORE
Feb 26 2025
Dr. Michelle Sinclair

Exploring The Impacts Of Food System Education: A Case Study
Classroom education can be used to teach children and young adults about the food system and compassion for animals. Our case study provides insight into the effects of a food system education program on students’ career and education paths, advocacy, and morals related to meat consumption. READ MORE
Jan 29 2025
Coni Arévalo

What Vegan Advocates Can Learn From The Social Spread Of Quitting Smoking
Many vegans have seen how their diet and lifestyle can influence or spread to those around them. This Faunalytics study looks at the concept of social contagion and what animal advocates might be able to gain from it. READ MORE
Dec 18 2024
Andrea Polanco
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The Economic Impacts Of A Plant-Based Transition: Exploring Two Growth Scenarios
How would a shift towards large-scale plant-based meat consumption impact the economy of the United States? This Faunalytics study explores two hypothetical paths and outcomes. - In The Spotlight
Exploring Gen Z’s Attitudes Towards Animals And The Environment
Looking across the U.S., China, Indonesia, and Thailand, this study examines Gen Z’s attitudes, motivations, career considerations, and barriers to action, offering insights for those looking to engage and support the next generation of animal advocates. - In The Spotlight
Exploring The Impacts Of Food System Education: A Case Study
Classroom education can be used to teach children and young adults about the food system and compassion for animals. Our case study provides insight into the effects of a food system education program on students’ career and education paths, advocacy, and morals related to meat consumption. - In The Spotlight
What Vegan Advocates Can Learn From The Social Spread Of Quitting Smoking
Many vegans have seen how their diet and lifestyle can influence or spread to those around them. This Faunalytics study looks at the concept of social contagion and what animal advocates might be able to gain from it.
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More Knowledge Sharing, Collaboration Will Advance Cage-Free Transition
A solutions-oriented workshop brought together 80 people from different backgrounds to discuss the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to cage-free systems. - In The Spotlight
Plant-Based Defaults Boost Sustainability In University Dining
Making plant-based meals the default option in university dining halls significantly increases their selection, reduces meat consumption, and lowers greenhouse gas emissions — all with minimal disruption to students and staff. - In The Spotlight
The Economic Impacts Of A Plant-Based Transition: Exploring Two Growth Scenarios
How would a shift towards large-scale plant-based meat consumption impact the economy of the United States? This Faunalytics study explores two hypothetical paths and outcomes. - In The Spotlight
Caregiver Dedication To Brachycephalic Breeds Despite Welfare Issues
This study investigates why flat-faced dogs continue to grow in popularity despite their serious health problems, aiming to identify barriers to welfare improvements in these breeds. - In The Spotlight
Promising Strategies For Improving Animal Welfare In Brazil
Due to a diverse animal agriculture industry, Brazilian animal advocates have many individual and collective opportunities to promote high-impact animal welfare interventions. - In The Spotlight
What Do Chinese Poultry Producers Think About Animal Welfare?
Researchers surveyed the perceptions and attitudes of Chinese producers towards farmed chickens, who endure some of the worst living conditions in cage housing systems. - In The Spotlight
Ag-Gag Politics: How Governments Justify Secrecy In Agriculture
How do governments defend controversial laws that limit public oversight of factory farms? This study explores the rise of ag-gag laws in Canada. - In The Spotlight
Views Of Zoo Animal Welfare Are Complex And Contradictory
A systematic review reveals the key factors influencing how zoo animal welfare is perceived by the public, as zoos strive to maintain public support while simultaneously fulfilling their conservation mission. - In The Spotlight
25 Years, 10 Lessons: Insights From Faunalytics’ Founder Che Green
Faunalytics founder Che Green shares hard-won lessons and insights from 25 years of data-driven advocacy in animal protection. - In The Spotlight
Facing The Future Of Pig Farming
Pig farming stakeholders tend to focus more on their current challenges than their vision for the future, highlighting gaps between industry and public expectations. - In The Spotlight
How New Zealanders Feel About Curfews For Cats
A study from New Zealand explores cat guardians’ attitudes and behaviors toward keeping cats indoors at night to reduce predation. Is it possible to protect wild animals while also prioritizing the well-being of cats? - In The Spotlight
Secrets To Vegan Crowdfunding Success
Why do some vegan crowdfunding campaigns thrive while others fail? This study reveals how factors like length, readability, images, and engagement play a role.
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More Knowledge Sharing, Collaboration Will Advance Cage-Free Transition
A solutions-oriented workshop brought together 80 people from different backgrounds to discuss the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to cage-free systems. - In The Spotlight
Plant-Based Defaults Boost Sustainability In University Dining
Making plant-based meals the default option in university dining halls significantly increases their selection, reduces meat consumption, and lowers greenhouse gas emissions — all with minimal disruption to students and staff. - In The Spotlight
The Economic Impacts Of A Plant-Based Transition: Exploring Two Growth Scenarios
How would a shift towards large-scale plant-based meat consumption impact the economy of the United States? This Faunalytics study explores two hypothetical paths and outcomes. - In The Spotlight
Caregiver Dedication To Brachycephalic Breeds Despite Welfare Issues
This study investigates why flat-faced dogs continue to grow in popularity despite their serious health problems, aiming to identify barriers to welfare improvements in these breeds.
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