Policy

Fur Farm Bans: The Global Movement Against Fur Production

The global movement to ban fur farming has achieved remarkable success in the past 20 years, with more countries joining each year.

Key Facts

Austria, UK, Netherlands, Belgium, Croatia, and 12 other countries have banned fur farming
Denmark culled its entire mink population in 2020 and later banned fur farming
The EU is considering a Union-wide fur farming ban following citizen initiative
US fur farming has declined from 1,027 farms in 1988 to fewer than 250 today
Real fur products have faced retail bans from Gucci, Prada, Versace, and 100+ brands

Welfare Considerations

Fur farm bans represent one of the most significant animal welfare policy successes of the 21st century. Each national ban removes millions of animals from conditions of severe chronic suffering. The cascade effect of brand bans and national legislation has created a tipping point in the fur industry. The animal welfare movement shows that persistent, coordinated advocacy can change large-scale practices.

What You Can Do

Support the European Citizens Initiative for a Union-wide fur ban
Boycott fur products including trim on coats and hoods
Advocate for your state or country to ban fur farming
Donate to Humane Society International fur-free campaigns
Support brands that have committed to fur-free policies