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

Dec 4 2017 | Sara Barrueco

Cruel Customs And The Conditional Value Of Tradition

This paper examines the so called "cultural defense" of cruel traditions such as whaling or bullfighting, and rejects many of its arguments. READ MORE

Nov 30 2017 | Brenda Harriman

Menu Layouts Affect Choices Made By Diners

Research suggests consumers pick plant-based dishes more often when they're incorporated into restaurant menus in a list rather than in a separate section. READ MORE

Nov 29 2017 | Faunalytics

Infographic: Land Use & Meat Alternatives

A Faunalytics infographic looks at reductions in environmental impact and land use, and how cutting out animal products still makes the biggest impact. READ MORE

Nov 27 2017 | Sara Barrueco

Making Space For Animals In Conventional Welfare Economics

The paper shows how we can relax anthropocentric assumptions in economics, and how welfare economics can be enriched by incorporating animal welfare. READ MORE

Nov 24 2017 | Faunalytics

Death And Disgust: A Review Of Italian Vegetarians

A study looking at the motivation for being veg*n in Italy finds that disgust towards meat is a powerful factorin how Italian veg*ns make their choices. READ MORE

Nov 23 2017 | Faunalytics

Vet Care In The 21st Century

Veterinarians are "guided by an ethical principle of advocacy to recognize and defend the animal patient’s interest in health." What does this mean today? READ MORE

Nov 22 2017 | Faunalytics

Thanksgiving In The U.S. – An Infographic

It's Thanksgiving season in the United States, which makes it a great time to look at our relationship with turkeys. READ MORE

Nov 21 2017 | Lukas Jasiunas

Environmental Impacts Of Dog And Cat Food

Reducing impacts of dog and cat food will require industry-wide efforts to reduce overfeeding, reduce waste, and find alternative sources of protein. READ MORE

Nov 20 2017 | Faunalytics

Animal Welfare And Cow Transportation

A review of cow transportation to slaughter in the U.S. and Canada looks at risk factors, and potential areas for improvement. READ MORE

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