· ethically sourced meat means more than just how the animals are treated; · but what does “ ethically sourced ” mean , exactly, and how can we make sure products are as ethical as a brand says they are? Yes, meat can be ethically sourced. Is it sustainable, is it legal. Lets start thinking about taxidermy and the oddities industry from a sustainable perspective. The products we buy are more than just items on a store shelf; Ethical sourcing is the process of obtaining certain exotic species from a sustainable population and bringing them into captivity in an ethical manor. When discussing and selling oddities such as bones, wet specimens, or other animal byproducts, i choose to use the term sustainably sourced rather than ethically sourced. By doing this in an ethical way, it ensures that there is no harm being placed on the animals involved and that their welfare needs are being taken into consideration. · while ethics is your personal ethos, sustainably sourced is rooted in something a little more measurable, conservation. So how can something be sustainable? Choosing ethically sourced meat seems easy enough, until you realize its a multi-faceted decision that must factor in animal welfare, environmental impact, and support for better farming. It encompasses sustainable farming, environmental stewardship, and a commitment to the health and welfare of our livestock. They are stories waiting to be told, journeys waiting to be examined, and choices that reveal our values. Ethical sourcing of meat refers to the practice of ensuring that animals are raised and slaughtered in a humane manner, with consideration for their welfare and rights.

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