The Issue of Octopus Farming

Octopuses are cleaver and charismatic animals that have captivated us for years. Unfortunately, the demand for their consumption has skyrocketed recently and depleted wild populations. This has not only increased prices but also led to an increased interest in octopus farming.

This infographic summarises the key characteristics of the octopus and the issues associated with farming them, as well as the economic pressure to farm them which led to the launch of our latest report: Octopus Factory Farming: a Recipe for Disaster.