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 17 2017 | Owen Rogers

How We Punish Cruelty To Farmed Animals

In the U.S., state and federal laws are supposed to protect farmed animals from egregious abuse. Are they doing enough, and if not, how do we improve them? READ MORE

Oct 16 2017 | Linda Tyler

What Do People Consider An ‘Ideal’ Dairy Farm?

A recent survey finds that people have various factors that they think would make an "ideal" dairy farm, and animal welfare is on top of that list. READ MORE

Oct 10 2017 | Faunalytics

The Welfare Of Rabbits During Transport

A new study clearly shows that rabbits feel physiological stress during transport to slaughter, in particular in the case of overcrowded transport crates. READ MORE

Oct 9 2017 | Stella Bang

The Human Impact On The Biosphere

A new paper seeks to quantify changes in the Earth's biomass over time, and looks at how we might mitigate humans' impacts on the planet. READ MORE

Oct 5 2017 | Faunalytics

Islam And Animal Welfare: A Brief Review

This brief review from the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America looks at animal welfare in Islam and its support of the Five Freedoms. READ MORE

Oct 4 2017 | Che Green

Evolution Of A Veg*n Advocate

What do the stages of grief tell us about the process of becoming a veg*n advocate and improving our advocacy to help animals more effectively? READ MORE

Oct 2 2017 | Florence Williams

El Niño’s Effects On Farmed Animal Predation

Farmed animals may be particularly vulnerable to predation during droughts caused by the El Niño Southern Oscillation. Wildlife managers should take note. READ MORE

Sep 25 2017 | Owen Rogers

‘Real Welfare’ Protocols At U.K. Pig Farms

Review of welfare protocols at U.K. pig farms reveals specific risk factors, but also highlights the need to consider an animal's whole living environment. READ MORE

Sep 21 2017 | Faunalytics

Exploring The International Trade In Amphibians

The international trade in amphibians is dynamic, and conservation concerns have multiplied recently, requiring a reappraisal of data capture and reporting. READ MORE

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