World Octopus Day is celebrated every year on 8 October. Although plans for the world’s first commercial octopus farm in the Canary Islands have been abandoned, Project 1882 continues to call for a ban on octopus farming throughout the EU.

A new investigation reveals that the chicken meat industry is dominated by large companies, which controls the whole system. The individual factory farms have little bargaining power, despite carrying the financial risk. This stands in stark contrast with the ambitions of the EU’s Vision on the Future of Agriculture and Food – and increases animal suffering.

Following an investigation published by Helsingin Sanomat featuring material provided by Project 1882, there has been a strong public reaction to the treatment of Frankenchickens. The coverage, which also aired today on YLE, Finland’s largest news outlet, has now prompted the first political response to the issue in Finland.

Helsingin Sanomat has published unique images from Project 1882 documenting the entire life of Finnish Frankenchickens. The footage follows the chickens throughout their lives before they are sent to slaughter, shedding light on the reality inside Finnish chicken factory farms.

Sick, injured, dying, and dead chickens. This is the reality confronting viewers as Project 1882's new footage from Swedish factory farms is brought to national attention.

Plans to build the world's first commercial octopus factory farm on Gran Canaria, Spain, have now officially been abandoned. The decision comes after years of pressure from Project 1882, alongside scientists, experts, and other animal welfare organisations. This marks a significant progress for animal welfare and means that up to one million octopuses a year will be spared from being bred and killed in industrial production.

Images from inside chicken factory farms are now being used to shed light on conditions that are rarely seen by the public. According to Project 1882, the material reflects a reality that contrasts sharply with how the industry presents itself.

Together with animal rights organizations around the world, Project 1882 is calling on CJ Group, one of South Korea’s largest food and beverage companies, to adopt and publish a global cage-free egg policy.

In a new report, Project 1882 outlines necessary priorities for strengthened fish welfare and for achieving a truly sustainable aquaculture.

In an interview with Project 1882, PhD student Simão Monteiro Belo dos Santos discusses research on in-ovo sexing that could put an end to the killing of male chicks in the egg industry.

Project 1882 is organising a webinar on 4 June 2026, to raise awareness and encourage engagement on the need for improved fish welfare, both nationally in Sweden and at the EU level.

New statistics from the Swedish Board of Agriculture show a decline in meat consumption. Project 1882 has converted this into number of individual animals and is pleased to report that the number of animals killed has also decreased. A sign that more people are choosing not to eat chickens. The decline in meat consumption has saved approximately 4.8 million chickens in 2025 compared to the previous year.

Public outrage, animal‑welfare inspections, and silence from the politicians. Here’s what happened with Project 1882’s images from inside Swedish pig factories.

A new outbreak of avian influenza has been confirmed at a chicken breeding facility in Sweden, where approximately 50,000 birds have been culled. Project 1882 argues that factory farming must be phased out in favor of a transition to plant-based food production.

A new public opinion survey by Project 1882 shows that a majority of voters in Sweden support a ban on fast-growing chicken breeds. With national elections taking place in Sweden this year, this should be an obvious policy commitment for political parties that claim to prioritise animal welfare.

Despite revelations of serious animal welfare issues, Frankenchickens and parent birds in Sweden continue to be subjected to extensive suffering. A new follow-up investigation by Sweden’s public service broadcaster shows that the problems persist – and that those in power have yet to act.

The Norwegian chicken industry has taken a historic step forward for animal welfare. Frankenchickens will be phased out, and the mass killing of newly hatched male chicks will stop. Project 1882 urges Sweden and the EU Commission to follow Norway’s lead.

Avian influenza reached historically high levels across Europe in 2025. According to Project 1882, the trend highlights how factory farms contribute to the spread of disease and cause immense suffering for the animals.

Newly released images expose systematic animal cruelty in Swedish pig factories. Project 1882 urges the public to choose plant-based this Christmas and support efforts to protect animals.

Project 1882 is intensifying pressure on Radisson Hotel Group. Yesterday, the organization held a protest outside Radisson in Gothenburg, Sweden, demanding that the hotel chain take responsibility for hens.