US Farm Animal Welfare: An Economic Perspective
The topic of farm animal welfare (FAW) is both complex and controversial, and inherently involves expertise and views from multiple disciplines. This article provides a summary of economic perspectives on FAW issues in the United States. Practices related to FAW can occur through legal, market or vo...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-06-01
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| Series: | Animals |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/9/6/367 |
| Summary: | The topic of farm animal welfare (FAW) is both complex and controversial, and inherently involves expertise and views from multiple disciplines. This article provides a summary of economic perspectives on FAW issues in the United States. Practices related to FAW can occur through legal, market or voluntary programs. FAW is not a primary driver of US food demand but negative press has industry-wide effects. Aligning FAW supply and demand can be facilitated through labeling, education, and voluntary programs, but all have pros and cons. |
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| ISSN: | 2076-2615 |