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

Jan 24 2024 | Kevin Xia

The Impact Of Colony Cages On Chicken Welfare

Researchers reviewed studies about colony cages to understand whether enriched cage systems can improve chicken welfare. READ MORE

Jan 23 2024 | Ravali Amba

Navigating Shark-Fisher Conflicts

This study found that shark sanctuaries in developing countries may increase financial losses — and conflicts — with local fishers. READ MORE

Jan 22 2024 | Zuzana Sperlova

Lessons From Successful “Transfarmations”

Some farmers have voluntarily moved away from raising animals. What were their motivations? READ MORE

Jan 19 2024 | Abby Steketee

Veg*n Menu Labels: More Harm Than Good?

This research found that U.S. consumers are less likely to choose menu items labeled as vegetarian or vegan. READ MORE

Jan 17 2024 | Carlos Liebsch

Unpacking Chile’s Animal Industrial Complex: The Livestock Industry

In part two of a series about Chile's animal industries, this guest blog explores the exploitation of farmed land animals and why it's deeply ingrained in Chilean society. READ MORE

Jan 17 2024 | Narges Kalantari

The Dangers Of Lead-Based Fishing Gear

Lead in fishing gear harms wild animals and humans. Efforts to educate, legislate, and innovate are vital to addressing the problem. READ MORE

Jan 15 2024 | Mona Zahir

Rancher-Cow Relationships: Caretaking Or Commodification?

This article reveals the inner workings of the cow-rearing process, including how ranchers relate to the animals they keep. READ MORE

Jan 12 2024 | Natasha Barrett

Current Global Diets And Future Global Warming

Global food consumption is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. This study found that current diets are not climate-friendly and offered up potential solutions. READ MORE

Jan 10 2024 | Carlos Liebsch

Unpacking Chile’s Animal Industrial Complex: Fishing And Aquaculture

In part one of a two-part series, this guest blog explores Chile's fishing and aquaculture sectors between 2002-2022, ultimately highlighting the animal exploitation ingrained in these industries. READ MORE

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