The Feedback Loop Of Oyster Production And Disease
Posted on April 4, 2017
One of the biggest problems facing oyster production are disease outbreaks, ironically caused by the importation of oysters used for further production. READ MORE
Animals Used in Research – 2014 USDA Report
Posted on July 21, 2015
Animal use in experiments in the U.S. is down 6% from last year, to 834,453 - the lowest number on record. READ MORE
How Many Former Vegetarians and Vegans Are There?
Posted on December 2, 2014
Research shows that 10% of adults (ages 17 and older) in the U.S. are former vegetarians/vegans and 2% are currently vegetarian or vegan. READ MORE
Feeding a Thirsty World: Challenges and Opportunities for a ...
Posted on September 3, 2012
This report examines the issue of future food security and water availability. Specifically it discusses how land and water shortages are problematic for future food security on a global level and provides potential solutions to the problem. Among other recommendations, the report suggests a reduction in the consumption of animal products, moving to smaller more local water management systems, and improving the efficiency of the food supply chain to reduce waste.
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We Are Not Alone: The Universal Dangers Of Social Isolation
Posted on March 16, 2017
Scientists find that chronic stress brought on by social isolation leads to significant chromosome wear in highly social species. READ MORE
Farming Animals Vs. Farming Plants – A Comparison
Posted on July 4, 2017
A report from the Humane Party analyzes the land-use, efficiency, and profitability of animal farming versus plant farming. READ MORE
The History of Puppy Mills and Why You Should Care
Posted on January 1, 2014
This blog examines puppy mills in the U.S., explaining what they are, how they came to be, the number that are in operation, and how many dogs are impacted. READ MORE
Veg*n Brains And Animal Suffering
Posted on November 9, 2017
People with different eating habits may have different levels of empathy toward witnessing animal suffering, according to new research. READ MORE
Battering, Bullying, and Beyond: The Role of Gender, Power, ...
Posted on May 22, 2012
The abuse of animals by males to exert power and control over their victims – both humans and animals – is a constant theme in research. READ MORE
