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

Feb 19 2026 | Meghann Cant

Consumer Insights On Plant-Based Meat In Southeast Asia

This report explores consumer attitudes toward plant-based meat across six Southeast Asian countries, offering important insights to drive adoption. READ MORE

Feb 16 2026 | Millie Morton

Behind Closed Doors: Animal Protection Investigations In India

Animal protection investigations expose widespread cruelty in India, but weak infrastructure limits what this evidence can achieve. This report explains why — and what needs to change. READ MORE

Feb 13 2026 | Sada Rice

Are People Willing To Influence Others To Go Plant-Based?

Convincing people to eat more plant-based foods could be one of the most powerful tools for fighting climate change, but only if it actually works. This study tests whether various messages make people more willing to encourage their friends and family to eat less meat. READ MORE

Feb 10 2026 | Meghann Cant

Minding Other Minds: Evidence For Cephalopod Sentience And Intelligence

Experts synthesize evidence of intelligence, emotion, and pain in cephalopods like octopuses, cuttlefishes, and squids, offering a scientific bedrock for animal advocates. READ MORE

Feb 6 2026 | Marieke Head

Evaluating Public Acceptance Of Meat Reduction Policies In Finland

When given a choice between meat reduction policies that limit availability or increase prices, which do Finnish people prefer? And how is this affected by trust in politicians and concern for the environment? READ MORE

Feb 5 2026 | Claudia Escorza (agencia moral)

Wild Fishes Are Caught By The Trillions Every Year

Researchers argue that counting fishes as individuals, not just by weight, could be the first step to addressing their severely neglected welfare. READ MORE

Feb 4 2026 | Faunalytics

Faunalytics Index – February 2026

This month’s Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about wildlife crime in Hispanic America, the effectiveness of vegan documentaries, teen attitudes toward animal experimentation, and more. READ MORE

Feb 3 2026 | Meghann Cant

Scientific Support For Ending Cages For Farmed Birds

A panel of scientific experts confirms that cages compromise the welfare of ducks, geese, and quails raised for food, supporting the call to ban these common housing systems across the European Union. READ MORE

Jan 30 2026 | Meghann Cant

Learning From The Anti-Smoking Movement To Help Animals

The decades-long campaign against tobacco offers key strategic and tactical lessons that animal advocates can apply to their work. READ MORE

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