Veganism Vs Meat Consumption
Faculty Mentor(s) Name(s)
Ania Rynarzewska
Abstract
A notable discussion that is frequently debated in everyday culture is the topic of veganism and ethical consumption. Veganism is the practice of abstaining from the consumption of food that is derived from animals. Vegans eat a plant-based diet and base many of their purchase decisions on whether or not an animal was involved in the manufacturing process in an attempt to limit exploitation and cruelty towards animals. In countries like Morocco, live animals such as chickens are often sold at fresh markets, unlike American grocery stores where meat is prepackaged in plastic wrapping. Since most American markets allow customers to purchase meat that has already been slaughtered, processed, and packaged, would Americans eat less meat if they saw the live animal they were going to eat? Despite only making up 4.23 percent of the world’s population, the United States is a leading consumer of animal products with the average resident eating approximately 219 pounds of meat in 2018. This was followed by Australia whose average was 203 pounds per resident. In America, about 95 percent of the country consumes meat, and the amount of meat produced has been steadily rising over the years. If the general perception of the morality of meat consumption was shifted in any way, it would have a significant impact on agricultural industries and other industries as a result. A mixed-method approach will be utilized starting with exploratory qualitative and quantitative research. The sample will ultimately comprise of students enrolled at GCSU.
Start Date
27-3-2024 9:00 AM
End Date
27-3-2024 9:50 AM
Location
Magnolia Ballroom
Veganism Vs Meat Consumption
Magnolia Ballroom
A notable discussion that is frequently debated in everyday culture is the topic of veganism and ethical consumption. Veganism is the practice of abstaining from the consumption of food that is derived from animals. Vegans eat a plant-based diet and base many of their purchase decisions on whether or not an animal was involved in the manufacturing process in an attempt to limit exploitation and cruelty towards animals. In countries like Morocco, live animals such as chickens are often sold at fresh markets, unlike American grocery stores where meat is prepackaged in plastic wrapping. Since most American markets allow customers to purchase meat that has already been slaughtered, processed, and packaged, would Americans eat less meat if they saw the live animal they were going to eat? Despite only making up 4.23 percent of the world’s population, the United States is a leading consumer of animal products with the average resident eating approximately 219 pounds of meat in 2018. This was followed by Australia whose average was 203 pounds per resident. In America, about 95 percent of the country consumes meat, and the amount of meat produced has been steadily rising over the years. If the general perception of the morality of meat consumption was shifted in any way, it would have a significant impact on agricultural industries and other industries as a result. A mixed-method approach will be utilized starting with exploratory qualitative and quantitative research. The sample will ultimately comprise of students enrolled at GCSU.