Israel Foie Gras Ban
2003–2005wonlegal
Supreme Court upholds ban. Israel becomes first country to ban foie gras production on animal welfare grounds.
Outcome
Supreme Court upholds ban. Israel becomes first country to ban foie gras production on animal welfare grounds.
Phases (2)
Supreme Court Ruling
2003Noah v. Attorney General — Supreme Court rules foie gras production violates animal cruelty statutes.
Production banned
Phase-out
2003Producers given transition period. Industry (~$27M) winds down.
All production ceased by 2005