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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Sep 7 2022 | Faunalytics

Faunalytics Index – September 2022

This month's Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about animal research in the U.K., the effects of sugarcane production on Brazil's environment, dog fostering outcomes from COVID-19, and more! READ MORE

Sep 5 2022 | Erin Aslami

Chinese Media And Plant-Based Meat

China is the world’s largest meat consumer. Following two major plant-based meat launches in KFC and Starbucks, what did the Chinese media say about the market’s challenges and opportunities? READ MORE

Sep 2 2022 | Devatha Nair

Will Cultivated Meat Be Sustainable In The Future?

Cultivated (lab-grown) meats are seen as a more sustainable alternative to animal meat. But can they be cost-effective and environmentally-friendly options in the long term? READ MORE

Aug 26 2022 | Matthew Sparks

Strategic Enrichment: The Key To Farmed Animal Happiness?

Factory farms fail to address the emotional and social needs of farmed animals. This study explores the benefits and challenges of providing environmental enrichment to improve their welfare. READ MORE

Aug 25 2022 | Susan Gabriel

How Much Will Consumers Pay For Meat Alternatives?

Meat production and consumption are key drivers of climate change. Can information about meat’s negative effects motivate consumers to choose better alternatives, even if they cost more? READ MORE

Aug 19 2022 | Jordan Archambault

Who Are Meat Substitutes Really For?

Plant-based meat alternatives are more popular now than ever, but who is actually buying these products, and what does this mean for the future of the food industry? READ MORE

Aug 18 2022 | María Schilling

How Will Alternative Meat Impact Rural Farmers?

In response to the ethical, environmental, and health consequences of animal exploitation, alternative meat products are on the rise. How will farmers adapt to this transforming market? READ MORE

Aug 15 2022 | Devatha Nair

Fishing Subsidies: More Harmful Than Helpful?

Fishing subsidies exist to help local communities and keep costs low for consumers. But are such subsidies coming at the cost of depleting fish populations while actually ruining livelihoods? READ MORE

Aug 15 2022 | Devatha Nair

मछली पकड़ने की सब्सिडी: लाभकारी या विनाशकारी?

स्थानीय समुदायों को लाभ पहुँचाने और उपभोक्ताओं के लिए किफ़ायती कीमतें बनाए रखने के लिए मछली पकड़ने की सब्सिडी का उपयोग किया जाता है। लेकिन क्या इस तरह की सब्सिडी महासागरों को ख़ाली करने और आजीविका को बर्बाद करने की कीमत पर आती है? READ MORE

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