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

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Apr 26 2011 | Faunalytics

Animal Ethics: The Capabilities Approach

This paper discusses the historical beliefs about animal ethics and explores Martha Nussbaum's Quality of Life approach and its implications for animal ethics. READ MORE

Apr 26 2011 | Faunalytics

On Mandatory Labeling Of Animal Welfare Attributes

The following article examines U.S. policy considerations and consumer support for mandatory labeling of animal welfare practices on farmed animal products. READ MORE

Apr 25 2011 | Faunalytics

Attitudes And Behaviors On Sustainable Food Purchasing

This report evaluated British consumers on their attitudes and actual purchasing behaviors towards sustainable food and animal welfare. READ MORE

Apr 5 2011 | Faunalytics

Survey Ranks Yale Dining Options

More than a third of Yale University diners would like less vegetarian and vegan entrees, with the school failing to produce an appealing vegan menu. READ MORE

Apr 3 2011 | Faunalytics

Want to be a More Effective Advocate? Put the (Vegan) Shoe on the Other Foot

To communicate more effectively about animal issues, try thinking about how you would react to other advocacy information that questions your own practices. READ MORE

Mar 21 2011 | Faunalytics

Avian Maternal Response To Chick Distress

This study examined the behavior of domestic hens and found that they exhibit emotions indicative of “empathy” when confronted with their chicks’ distress. READ MORE

Mar 21 2011 | Faunalytics

Aspects Of Quality Related To The Consumption And Production Of Lamb Meat

This study examined both consumers and producers of lamb meat in Spain and tried to identify the different evaluations on the topic of lamb production made by each party. READ MORE

Mar 18 2011 | Faunalytics

Measuring Judgement Bias In Traumatised Sheep

This research examined sheep who had been exposed to stressful events and found that they changed their behavior, suggesting that affective states do exist in sheep. READ MORE

Mar 11 2011 | Faunalytics

Most Egg Production Worldwide Continues To Be In Traditional Cage Housing

Almost all eggs produced worldwide are used with caged egg systems, only 15% are produced non-conventionally without cages. READ MORE

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