The Animal Agriculture Alliance released (Sept. 22, 2025) an updated version of its Sustainability Impact Report as Climate Week NYC kicks off. The report highlights decades of progress made by the U.S. food and farming community to enhance animal welfare practices, reduce environmental impact, and contribute to a healthy, balanced diet. “The U.S. farm and food community has been a global leader in sustainability efforts for decades,” said Emily Ellis, director, communications and content, Animal Agriculture Alliance. Reduced environmental impactU.S. animal agriculture is contributing toward all 17 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). U.S. animal agriculture is committed to furthering progress, which is why several species groups have established industry-wide sustainability goals and reporting frameworks.