Meat production and consumption have risen steadily, both in the U.S. and globally, putting negative pressure on resources, ecosystems, and human health. In particular, it has led to increases in the intensification and scale of food animal production and contributed to the dominance of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) in the industry.
CFS's latest report, Opt Out of Industrial Meat, is intended to provide tools and information to help consumers shift away from consuming meats raised in intensive factory farm systems and identify protein sources that are healthier for people, producers, and the planet.