Farm Animals

Mink Farming Welfare: Global Phase-Out Progress

As countries ban mink farming, welfare advocates track progress and push for humane transitions.

Key Facts

Over 20 countries have banned or are phasing out mink farming
Denmark culled 17 million mink in 2020 during COVID-19 pandemic
Mink experience extreme stress in barren wire-cage environments
Wild mink have home ranges up to 5 km, unachievable in farms

Welfare Considerations

Captive mink suffer from barren conditions, inability to swim or dig, and high rates of stereotypic behaviour. The cage-free movement's success shows consumer-driven change is possible for fur as well.

What You Can Do

Support brands with verified fur-free policies
Advocate for national fur farming bans
Choose synthetic or plant-based alternatives to animal fur