This Happy Hen Chart Explores an Ugly Truth Behind Factory Farms
Courtney Scharf — August 28, 2012 — Lifestyle
References: visualism.org & pinfographics.org
This Happy Hen chart highlights some of the ugly truths behind factory farmed eggs.
Though the colors and designs might lead someone to assume that this piece bring happy news, readers soon find out the sad facts about factory farming. Though not preaching, like some infographics can do, this chart doesn't hold back the reality of the situation it discusses, and will likely shift thinking in at least some of the people who read it. One of the most valuable parts of this piece comes in at the point when the infographic enlightens readers about labels on egg cartons. From free range to organic, the chart details what each label promises.
Though much of the information included on this data visualization piece is difficult to grapple with, readers will walk away armed with critical knowledge.
Though the colors and designs might lead someone to assume that this piece bring happy news, readers soon find out the sad facts about factory farming. Though not preaching, like some infographics can do, this chart doesn't hold back the reality of the situation it discusses, and will likely shift thinking in at least some of the people who read it. One of the most valuable parts of this piece comes in at the point when the infographic enlightens readers about labels on egg cartons. From free range to organic, the chart details what each label promises.
Though much of the information included on this data visualization piece is difficult to grapple with, readers will walk away armed with critical knowledge.
Trend Themes
1. Transparent Food Industry - Opportunity to disrupt the food industry by promoting transparency and highlighting the realities of factory farming.
2. Consumer Education - Disruptive innovation opportunity in providing consumers with detailed information about food labels and their true meanings.
3. Visual Storytelling - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in using visually compelling infographics to convey important and sometimes uncomfortable truths.
Industry Implications
1. Food Technology - Disruptive innovation potential in developing technology solutions that promote transparency and disrupt factory farming practices.
2. Marketing and Advertising - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating impactful campaigns that educate consumers about food labels and promote ethical practices.
3. Graphic Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity in using graphic design to visually communicate complex information and raise awareness about food industry practices.
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