Livestock is embedded in culture, identity, and community life. Research explores how farming traditions, local practices, and social networks shape the role of animals in society.
The Real Food Research Hub provides peer-reviewed studies and credible analyses on cultural and community aspects of animal agriculture.
Animal agriculture underpins economies at global, national, and local levels...
Cultural and community considerations
Livestock is embedded in culture, identity, and community life..
Global food security
Livestock contributes to global food security by providing nutrient-rich foods and supporting diverse farming systems...
Societal modelling and data
Modelling helps predict social, economic, and health impacts of food systems...
Animal ethics and welfare
Ethical considerations and welfare standards shape how societies view and manage livestock...
Conflicted parties
Food debates often involve groups with vested interests, from industry advocates to activist organisations...
Rebuttals
Scientific rebuttals and responses are an important part of the research process...
Religious and cultural traditions strongly influence how animal-sourced foods are produced, prepared, and consumed. Studies examine the role of beliefs in shaping dietary patterns and livestock practices.
This category of the Real Food Research Hub compiles peer-reviewed evidence and respected sources on the connections between livestock, tradition, and belief systems.
Foods linked to terroirs or geographical indications carry cultural, social, and economic value. Research explores how livestock products are tied to place, heritage, and identity.
The Real Food Research Hub curates peer-reviewed studies and credible analyses on livestock-linked geographical indicators.
Gender influences access to resources, labour roles, and decision-making in livestock systems. Studies investigate barriers and opportunities for greater equity in animal agriculture.
The Real Food Research Hub presents peer-reviewed evidence and credible research on gender equity in livestock and food systems.
Livestock supports community development through shared resources, social capital, and cooperative practices. Research highlights the role of animal agriculture in building stronger communities.
Within the Real Food Research Hub, this category compiles peer-reviewed studies and respected sources on livestock and community wellbeing.
Keywords: communities, livestock, social capital, cooperation, livelihoods.
Market access shapes the benefits farmers and communities gain from livestock production. Research examines how infrastructure, trade, and value chains influence opportunities and resilience.
The Real Food Research Hub gathers peer-reviewed evidence and credible analyses on livestock markets and pathways to growth.
Keywords: markets, trade, value chains, livestock, economy.
