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

Jul 24 2018 | Lukas Jasiunas

Threats To Biodiversity: A Review From Uganda

Extensive data collected by park rangers highlights cattle grazing and poaching as the most prevalent illegal activities within a protected area of Uganda. READ MORE

Jul 23 2018 | Julie O'Connor

How Can Humane Education Motivate Students?

Successful delivery of humane education requires teachers to navigate relationships with colleagues, school administrators, and parents, in addition to students. READ MORE

Jul 19 2018 | Ditte Hillebrand

Vehicle Motion And The Welfare Of Animals During Transport

Farm animals exhibit motion sickness behaviors during road transportation. Although motion sickness affects the welfare of potentially millions of individuals, little research has been done on the topic. READ MORE

Jul 17 2018 | Laura Thomas-Walters

Promoting Meat-Free Meals Through Default Menus

Giving restaurant-goers menus where veg items are the default items on the menu can significantly increase consumption of meat-free food. READ MORE

Jul 13 2018 | Owen Rogers

Caring For Carnivores In Sanctuaries: The Ethics

In cases where carnivores such as lions are in human care, what is the most ethical way to feed them? This study explores the various perspectives. READ MORE

Jul 12 2018 | Tor Pothecary

The Carbon Footprint Of Dairy Cows

In Australia, dairy production accounts for a significant amount of the agricultural industry's greenhouse gas emissions. READ MORE

Jul 11 2018 | Che Green

Animal Tracker 2018: Importance of Animal Protection

In 2018, at least 75% or more of U.S. adults said that the welfare and protection of animals is “very” or “somewhat” important in every issue area. READ MORE

Jul 6 2018 | Giuliana Miguel-Pacheco

The Half-Empty Glass: Dairy Calves And Pessimism

Dairy cows' fearfulness and sociability are highly consistent over time. Their individual differences can affect the way they perceive and react to uncertainty in their environment. READ MORE

Jul 5 2018 | Justin Portela

Gender, Meat-Eating, And Cognitive Dissonance

Research on cognitive dissonance surrounding meat consumption finds that, when exposed to information about how animals are raised and killed, women have less attachment to meat than men. READ MORE

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