Welfare Science

Animal Welfare Transparency and Corporate Reporting

Trends in corporate animal welfare transparency and reporting, including disclosure standards and investor engagement.

Key Facts

Business Benchmark on Farm Animal Welfare ranks over 150 companies annually
Few companies publish quantitative data on animal welfare performance
Consumer-facing welfare claims require independent verification to be credible
Investor pressure is driving improved corporate welfare disclosure
Mandatory welfare reporting is being considered in several European jurisdictions

Welfare Considerations

Transparent corporate welfare reporting enables accountability and drives improvement, and mandatory disclosure requirements would significantly advance animal welfare outcomes.

What You Can Do

Check BBFAW rankings when choosing food company investments or products
Support organisations advocating for mandatory animal welfare reporting
Ask food companies directly about their welfare data and targets