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Jayasimha Nuggehalli on working collaboratively with the animal agriculture industry to help animals

How I Learned to Love Shrimp

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Challenges of Transitioning to Cage-Free Egg Production

Transitioning to cage-free egg production poses significant challenges for all players in the ecosystem. While companies make commitments signaling change, farmers face high capital investment costs in transition. Egg producers are at risk of bankruptcy if companies do not buy cage-free eggs, as there may not be a strong market demand. Different regions have varying market dynamics, with the US having successful transitions due to legislative signals and company commitments. In contrast, Asian producers lack legislative incentives for transitioning. Producers require concrete purchase orders to ensure commitment gains translate into financial benefits. Ultimately, market forces prioritize profitability, making sustainable transitions economically crucial, especially based on location.

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