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Carrying costs exceed liquidity premium, South Korean edition

Society
South Korea
Started January 25, 2026

A declining number of dog meat farms in Korea, driven by government efforts to root out the centuries-old practice of dog meat consumption, has raised questions about what will happen to the dogs currently in the system between now and when the ban takes effect in February 2027. The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural […] The post Carrying costs exceed liquidity premium, South Korean edition appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. CommentsIn reply to Logan. Agreed. Why would a farm raise a...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 25, 2026
Efforts to eliminate dog meat consumption should be accompanied by support for farmers to transition to more sustainable and humane livelihoods.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 25, 2026
The government’s ban on dog meat consumption is a necessary step towards animal welfare and modern societal values in South Korea.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 25, 2026
The decline of dog meat farms reflects changing cultural attitudes, but we must carefully consider the implications for dog welfare during the transition.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 25, 2026
Banning dog meat farming without a plan for the existing dogs could lead to unnecessary suffering and neglect of these animals.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 25, 2026
The focus should not solely be on banning dog meat; we must also address the broader issues of animal rights and food culture in South Korea.
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