Welfare Science

Corporate Animal Welfare Governance

Corporate governance of animal welfare in food company supply chains is a growing area, driven by investor pressure, consumer expectations, and regulatory requirements.

Key Facts

Business Benchmark on Farm Animal Welfare ranks over 150 companies on welfare governance
ESG investing criteria increasingly include animal welfare as a material risk factor
Corporate welfare commitments have grown but implementation and reporting remain inconsistent
CDP now includes animal welfare in its environmental disclosure framework
Shareholder resolutions on animal welfare have been filed at major food companies

Welfare Considerations

Corporate governance of animal welfare is an increasingly important lever for systemic change. Investor pressure through ESG criteria and shareholder engagement can drive welfare improvements across large supply chains. Transparency and reporting requirements strengthen accountability.

What You Can Do

Support BBFAW and investor engagement campaigns on corporate welfare
Choose food companies with strong welfare governance records
Advocate for mandatory corporate animal welfare reporting as part of ESG disclosure