What would the world actually look like if Veganism became the dominant global norm over the next 20 years?
In this visionary and systems-focused episode, Sean A. Russell explores how a plant-based future could reshape food systems, environmental policy, health care economics, labor markets, and global capital flows. Rather than framing “winning” as a cultural takeover, this conversation looks at structural shifts, infrastructure, incentives, and long-term outcomes.
If demand drives supply, and supply shapes culture, what happens when plant-based becomes the default?
Key Takeways
1. Food System Shifts
- Plant-based options become the default, not the alternative
- Major supply chain and pricing changes
- Cultural normalization in schools, hospitals, and fast food
- Generational shifts in comfort food and childhood nutrition
2. Environmental Recovery
- Reduced land use for animal feed and grazing
- Rewilding and ecosystem restoration
- Lower greenhouse gas pressure
- Cleaner waterways and improved biodiversity
3. Health Care Impact
- Potential decline in chronic disease rates
- Reduced long-term health care costs
- Greater emphasis on prevention and lifestyle medicine
- Nutrition education integrated into mainstream medical practice
4. Animal Agriculture Transition
- Gradual decline of industrial-scale factory farming
- Increased regulation and consolidation
- Economic transition programs for farmers and workers
- Ethical responsibility to support communities during change
5. Economic Reallocation
- Investment shifts into plant-based innovation and infrastructure
- Growth of localized food systems
- Expansion of prevention-focused wellness models
- Cultural narratives around strength, success, and compassion evolve
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