Posts Tagged ‘Farmed Animal Welfare’
AHPC Co-Director Publishes Op-Ed in The Oklahoman on Gestation Crates
AHPC co-director Dr Rebecca Niemiec published an op-ed in The Oklahoman discussing recent scientific studies on the negative animal welfare impacts of gestation crates. She writes: “Gestation crates are typically only slightly larger than a sow’s body, preventing her from turning around or walking. Sows are repeatedly impregnated and confined during each pregnancy, often spending…
Read MoreAHPC Studies Inform Foie Gras Ban in Portland and Debates in Washington, D.C.
AHPC studies on foie gras have been featured in several media articles about potential foie gras bans in Portland, Oregon and Washington, D.C. A June, 2026 article in NOTUS cited an AHPC study on foie gras prevalence across U.S. cities when discussing the initiative to ban foie gras in Washington D.C.: “A recent study from…
Read MoreNew Study Reveals Psychological Toll of Large-Scale Animal Depopulation on Veterinarians
A new study published in the American Journal of Veterinary Research by AHPC Co- Directors Lori Kogan, PhD, and Rebecca Niemiec, PhD, examines the psychological impact of production-animal depopulation events on veterinarians. Surveying 220 licensed veterinarians, the study found that depopulation can impose a substantial psychological burden and highlights the close connection between animal welfare…
Read MoreAHPC Studies Document the Prevalence of Foie Gras on Menus and Denver Voters’ Support of a Foie Gras Ban
The Animal- Human Policy Center at Colorado State University has released two new studies on foie gras. Denver voter perspectives on foie gras bans To examine public perspectives on foie gras and potential bans on foie gras, we conducted intercept interviews with 100 Denver voters to assess their awareness of foie gras, perspectives on its…
Read MoreAHPC Study Finds Strong Public Support for and Limited Impacts to Restaurants from Foie Gras Bans
Public Perspectives and Effective Messaging on Foie Gras in the United States A new study from the Animal-Human Policy Center at Colorado State University examined public knowledge, consumer behavior, and policy support related to foie gras across 10 U.S. states where related legislation is under consideration. Read the full report here: AHPC Public Perspectives on…
Read MoreNew Peer-Reviewed Study Finds Widespread Public Support—and Pluralistic Ignorance—Regarding Animal Protection in the United States
A new study published in Human–Animal Interactions and led by researchers from Colorado State University’s Animal-Human Policy Center examines public support for animal protection policies in the United States and reveals a strong pattern of pluralistic ignorance—a systematic tendency for individuals to underestimate how much others support stronger animal welfare protections. The research provides a…
Read MoreAHPC Study Identifies What Works—and What’s Needed—to Address Animal Cruelty Nationwide
A new study from researchers at Colorado State University’s Animal-Human Policy Center examines what helps—and hinders—efforts to address animal cruelty and neglect across the United States. Drawing on interviews with professionals working on animal cruelty cases in 14 states, the research highlights proven strategies, persistent challenges, and critical resource gaps in current animal protection systems.…
Read MorePeer Reviewed AHPC Study Finds Strong Public Support for Banning Fur Sales in Northeast States
A study published in Animals, conducted by AHPC co-directors Dr Rebecca Niemiec, Dr Lori Kogan and colleagues, examines public attitudes toward fur farming and fur sales bans across four northeastern U.S. states—Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York. The study also investigated how different message framings influence support for policy restrictions. Using survey data from over 2000…
Read MoreNew Research Shows Public Support for Bans on Octopus Farming in the EU and the UK
Industrial‑scale octopus farming is being developed in Spain, but little is known about how the public views it. To find out, researchers surveyed 14,131 adults across 13 EU countries and the UK, and also tested short, factual messages about the animal welfare, environmental, public health, and economic impacts of octopus farming. What we learnedMost people…
Read MoreProfessor Co-Hosts Aug 19 Educational Event on Octopus Farming at the Governor’s Residence
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