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Ethical Food: A Research Report on the Ethical Claims that Matter Most to Food Shoppers...
Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Diet and Nutrition | Farmed Animals | Vegetarianism and Veganism
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This in-depth study of adult consumers concerning "ethically produced" foods finds that "ethical" is a broad term for consumers and includes environmental protection, high quality and safety standards, and animal welfare. More than a third of respondents said that "cage-free" and "free-range" are important to them, while 21% and 14% said "vegetarian" and "vegan" are important to them, respectively.
Pig & Poultry Fair -- Get in the Minds of UK Shoppers
Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Farmed Animals
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Researchers observed consumer reactions to pig and poultry production systems in this study designed to determine how to encourage consumers to buy more British food products.
Beyond the Headlines - Meat Case Metrics
Submitted on Feb 27, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Diet and Nutrition
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According to market research firm Mintel, the recession continues to affect consumer purchases of meat and poultry products; half of consumers say they are purchasing less expensive cuts of meat, while others buy premium types of meat due to less frequent dining out.
Have You Become Sick from Something You Ate?
Submitted on Feb 25, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Diet and Nutrition
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The perception of food-related illnesses can be a major problem for food manufacturers and suppliers, resulting in a backlash against consuming a product after a bad experience. In this survey, 69% of those who attribute an illness to a food item think they know what made them sick. Approximately one-fifth of all consumers are extremely or very concerned that fresh foods (including meat products) are safe to eat.
Effect of Information About Organic Production on Beef Liking and Consumer Willingness to Pay
Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 (Original item from 2008) Diet and Nutrition | Farmed Animals
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This study assessed the effect of information about organic production on consumer preferences and willingness to pay, finding that the "perceived liking" of organic beef was higher than that for conventional beef.
Comprehensive Report Disputes Cancer-Meat Link
Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Diet and Nutrition
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This study, funded by the U.S. beef and pork checkoff programs, concludes that epidemiological studies finding a link between cancer and consumption of red meat (and/or processed meat) "is not supportive" of a causal relationship.
Study: Animal Care, Antibiotic Facts Improve Consumer Confidence
Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Farmed Animals
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Research by Pfizer Animal Health provides insight into consumer attitudes about pork products and how pigs are raised. This survey found that most consumers do not have a good understanding of how farm animals are raised, particularly with respect to sick or at-risk animals.
World's Largest Foodservice Company, Compass Group, Launches Landmark "Flexitarian" Eating Initiative
Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Diet and Nutrition | Vegetarianism and Veganism
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The world's largest food service company, Compass Group, announced the launch of their "Flexitarian" eating campaign, developed jointly with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). The campaign promotes incorporating healthier, more sustainable, and more humane eating in the group's 8,500 U.S. corporate and academic food service cafeterias across the country.
Most Americans are Wellness "Wannabes"
Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 (Original item from 2009) Diet and Nutrition
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According to the My Wellness Scorecard National Study, an online survey of trends in the U.S. lifestyle, including healthy diets, responsible supplement use, and regular exercise, slightly more than half of U.S. adults say they do a good job of avoiding processed, fatty and cholesterol-rich foods. However, more than a fourth say they eat too much fatty food, such as red meat and cream cheese.
Results Suggest Majority of Canadians Want 2010 to be Happier for Hens
Submitted on Jan 10, 2010 (Original item from 2004) Diet and Nutrition | Farmed Animals
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A 2009 survey conducted by the Vancouver Humane Society found that nearly three-fourths of Canadians are willing to pay more for humanely produced food. Moreover, 63% of Canadians said they would support a legislative ban on battery cages used to confine hens.
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