Amount Quote by Jonathan Safran Foer
“It will never be the case that people won't eat meat. I think it could conceivably be the case one day that people eat very small amounts of it. That it's a special thing, rather than reach for it because it's cheap or reach for it because it's convenient, that it becomes something festive or something celebratory, once a week, and that could actually be achieved on small farms if we really changed our habits.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2015
The quote suggests that while meat consumption is currently common, future cultural shifts could make it a rare, special‑occasion food, especially if habits change and small farms adapt.
In simple terms: Meat may become a celebratory, occasional food rather than everyday staple.
Key Takeaway
Promote mindful eating and support sustainable farming.
Themes
food culture
sustainability
habits
celebration
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
sociological
environmental
When to use this quote
- holiday meals
- special events
- farm‑to‑table dining
- educational campaigns
Key Concepts
cultural shift
consumer behavior
agricultural adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies reframe meat as a luxury rather than a norm?
- What policies could encourage small‑scale sustainable farming?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated preferences is difficult and may face resistance from industry and tradition.
