Farm Animals

Description of the inhumane conventional industry practices endured by animals raised for human consumption.

Analysis of federal and state enforcement of humane slaughter laws, from 2019-2022; follow-up to AWI’s 2020 Humane Slaughter Update; 2025...

Examination of barn fires and associated farmed animal deaths in the United States. Presents findings from three years of compiled...

Concise guide to help consumers understand the animal welfare implications of food label claims and certifications applied to dairy, egg...

The third edition of AWI’s report on the USDA’s oversight of “humane” and “sustainable” claims on meat product labels. Includes...

Examination of how the USDA has failed to prevent cruelty to birds during the slaughter process in the United States...

Concise guide to help consumers understand the animal welfare implications of food label claims and certifications applied to dairy, egg...

Summary of an investigation by AWI that shows how USDA inadequately defines and approves “free range” (and equivalent) claims for...

Presents scientific evidence of the connection between the health and welfare of farm animals, and describes the recognition of this...

Description of actions people can take to improve the lives of farm animals, including how to shop for higher welfare...