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Animals Used for Food

Research about farmed animals including factory farming, veganism, vegetarianism, commercial fishing, and related topics.

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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

gummy bears

The Replacement Nobody Is Asking For

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

Sep 9 2026 Hillary Hendrickson

In the Spotlight

Jan 25 2008 | Faunalytics

Urban Australians Have Positive Opinion Of Cattle Ranchers

Australian city dwellers view ranchers in a positive light and a majority feel what ranchers do is important and helps the economy. READ MORE

Jan 25 2008 | Faunalytics

U.S. Uneasy about Biotech Food

A poll showing that Americans are uncomfortable and unfamiliar with genetically modified foods. In particular, U.S. women do not like the idea of consuming meat or milk from cloned animals. READ MORE

Jan 25 2008 | Faunalytics

The TRU Study

Periodic survey that asks teenagers to rate a series of activities as "in" or "out, " including "being a vegetarian." Shows differences by male and female respondents. READ MORE

Jan 25 2008 | Faunalytics

Vegetarian Resource Group Poll On Eating Habits Of Youth

This study examined vegetarianism in U.K. teens and explored teenage eating habits. READ MORE

Jan 25 2008 | Faunalytics

1994 Poll On Vegetarian Population

This study examined consumption of animal products in the U.S. and explored differences in demographics. READ MORE

Jan 25 2008 | Faunalytics

Vegetarian Resource Group Conclusion From Gallup Poll

The VRG estimates that roughly 20-30% of U.S. consumers would be good candidates for vegetarian foods. READ MORE

Jan 25 2008 | Faunalytics

How Many Teens Are Vegetarian? How Many Kids Don’t Eat Meat?

Of American 3-17 year olds 2% never eat meat, fish or poultry and .5% are vegan. READ MORE

Jan 21 2008 | Faunalytics

Value Drives U.S. Food Shopping Decisions

U.S. consumers mainly favour getting good value for money as a primary factor in their decision making when buying food. READ MORE

Jan 18 2008 | Faunalytics

Food From Cloned Animals Seems Safe, Panel Finds

According to a European Food Safety Agency, meat and milk that has come from cloned animals appears not to pose any special health risks. READ MORE