Animals Used for Food

Research about farmed animals including factory farming, veganism, vegetarianism, commercial fishing, and related topics.

The Replacement Nobody Is Asking For

Sep 9 2026 Hillary Hendrickson

A public health measure aimed at children is quietly poised to put billions of insects into the food supply. The decisions are being made right now, and there is a narrow window to change them. READ MORE

The Replacement Nobody Is Asking For

Sep 9 2026 Hillary Hendrickson

In the Spotlight

Oct 22 2021 | Sara Streeter

Spare The Cows, Save The Planet

Ending the use of domestic ruminants — like cows, sheep, and goats — for meat and milk over the next 15 years could result in a three-decade pause in global warming. READ MORE

Oct 18 2021 | Teresa Gallo

Which Foods Cause The Most Air Pollution?

Animal agriculture can be a major contributor to air pollution, but a vegan diet can be an effective consumer choice to reduce air pollution-related mortality. READ MORE

Oct 15 2021 | Trent Davidson

Using Buoys To Keep Seabirds From Becoming Bycatch

An estimated 400,000+ seabirds are killed every year as bycatch in large gillnet fisheries. "Looming eye" buoys show promise in deterring the birds from resting where they might be caught. READ MORE

Oct 14 2021 | Trent Davidson

Is The U.S. Underestimating Methane Emissions From Animal Ag?

Good measurements are key to good science. A review finds that atmospheric measurements of methane are much higher than what the Environmental Protection Agency reports. READ MORE

Oct 13 2021 | Karthik Sekar

Technical Outrage: Innovating To Reduce Animal Use

In this blog post, author and scientist Karthik Sekar outlines the technical — and ethical — promises of microbial fermentation in a way that is both exciting and inspiring. READ MORE

Oct 12 2021 | Thomas Richardson

Are Meat Alternatives Healthier Than Cow And Pig Meat?

With the rise of realistic meat substitutes like the Impossible Burger and Beyond Meat across the world, researchers ask how their nutritional value matches up. READ MORE

Oct 7 2021 | Matthew O'Shaughnessy

How Do Veg*ns View Each Other?

A survey finds that veg*ns are largely supportive of each other, but perceive differences based on commitment and motivation for reducing meat consumption. READ MORE

Oct 5 2021 | Beth Snyder

Aquaculture: The Lesser Of Two Evils?

Greenhouse gas emissions are much lower in aquaculture than in land animal farming. Is a shift to consuming more fishes a useful step on the way from beef to beans, or an unnecessary side trip? READ MORE

Oct 5 2021 | Beth Snyder

एक्वाकल्चर: दो क्रूर प्रक्रियाओं में से बेहतर विकल्प?

जलीय कृषि, स्थलीय पशु पालन की तुलना में बहुत कम ग्रीनहाउस गैस का उत्सर्जन करता है। क्या माँसाहार से शाकाहार तक के सफ़र में अधिक मछलियों का सेवन करना सहायक कदम हो सकता है या बड़ी भूल? READ MORE

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