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Unethical treatment of livestock
The unethical treatment of livestock in the farming industry, including overcrowding and inhumane slaughtering methods, leads to significant animal welfare concerns. Investors concerned with ethical consumption and animal rights might exclude agricultural firms that do not meet animal welfare standards or engage with them to improve their practices.
Fund managers employ various strategies to avoid investment in companies involved in the unethical treatment of livestock. These predominantly include either outright exclusion or the setting of revenue thresholds.
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29 May 2024The Hidden Costs of Factory Farming and the...ESGCheck
Factory farming, a method of intensive animal farming designed to maximise production while minimising costs, has become the predominant system for raising livestock globally. While it has undoubtedly increased the availability of affordable meat, dairy, and eggs, the hidden costs associated with factory farming are staggering. These costs are not just financial but also ethical, environmental, and social. This article explores the multifaceted impacts of factory farming, focusing on the unethical treatment of livestock and the broader implications for society.
10 Apr 2024ESG and RI: Beauty is in the eye of the beholderESGCheck
One of the most significant trends impacting managed funds and investment management has been the trend towards ESG - otherwise known as Environmental, Social & Governance, or more broadly, RI or Responsible Investment. According to some sources - particularly those who are strong advocates of the cause - 83% of investors consider ESG or RI to be a significant factor in their invest decision or choice of a managed fund. That may well be the case, but finding funds that meet an individual investor's requirements is anything but simple.
Unethical treatment of livestock
