title: Can our food production system meet demand in a changing global society?
abstract: The worldwide demand for animal protein will grow as the world's population grows and the economies of developing countries evolve and mature. The veterinary profession must be a leader in advocating for responsible changes in production practices that will improve the welfare of food animals, ensure a safe and secure food supply, and minimize negative impacts on the environment.
authors.affiliation: American Veterinary Medical Association, 1931 N Meacham Rd, Ste 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173, USA.
authors.forename: W Ron
authors.initials: WR
authors.lastname: DeHaven
mesh_terms: D000383:Agriculture / Q000379:methods; D000822:Animal Husbandry / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards; D000827:Animal Welfare; D000818:Animals; D003247:Conservation of Natural Resources; D003257:Consumer Product Safety; D019049:Developed Countries; D003906:Developing Countries; D004777:Environment; D005523:Food Supply; D006799:Housing, Animal / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000592:standards; D006801:Humans; D008460:Meat / Q000600:supply & distribution*; D011157:Population Dynamics; D011158:Population Growth; D014186:Transportation