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90% of all soybeans are fed to livestock, according to agriculture statistics
The cost of animal agriculture is high. Statistics show it to be responsible for massive consumption of soybeans, grain and fish.
Chicken factory farms are booming in the UK
New research shows that US-style factory farms for chickens are spreading like wildfire in the UK with more than 1000 farms nationally.
Governments not acknowledging that climate change is fuelled by animal agriculture
The fastest and most effective way to end climate change is to end animal agriculture, so why are world leaders not taking the opportunity?
We must continue to push for an end to factory farming
Since the start of COVID-19 there has been an increased focus on the importance of going plant-based and why factory farming should end.
Chickens burned alive in barn fire at Minnesota egg farm
Chickens trapped inside the barn suffered excruciating deaths, their flesh melting away as they frantically searched for a way out of their cages.
Canada could achieve net-zero by simply quitting meat
Canada’s meat consumption contributes so much to climate catastrophe that by reducing meat intake alone they could significantly lower emissions.
Choose vegan meat if you care for the planet, says study
According to a study Oxford University choosing vegan meat options over real meat is 10 times better for the planet.
Joaquin Phoenix speaks out about factory farms and emissions
Joaquin Phoenix has lent his voice to a new video produced by nonprofit Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF) to expose the truth behind biogas.
Undercover investigation shows goats slapped and shoved at goat farm
Shocking accounts have emerged out of an undercover investigation by animal rights activists at an intensive goat dairy farm.
Lactalis Canada switching Ontario dairy plant to plant-based
Lactalis Canada has announced it will expand its milk alternative offerings by converting its Ontario plant into a dedicated plant-based facility over the coming months.
How long until the Amazon rainforest is gone?
Capitalism and Brazil’s right-wing government are systematically destroying the Amazon Rainforest through cattle farming.
Tourists to Spain don’t know about hidden horrors of live animal export in Cartagena
The city of Cartagena, Spain is a well-loved tourist spot however it has also grown to become a hub for the gruesome practice of live animal exports.
George Monbiot shows connection between food choices and the planet in new book
In this excerpt from George Monbiot’s book ‘Regenesis: Feeding the World Without Devouring the Planet’ he explains how our food choices matter,
Environmentalist George Monbiot warns against animal agriculture
George Monbiot said he wants to see the “shutting down” of all animal agriculture for the sake of the planet.
Bees are able to feel pain, say researchers
According to a study done by Queen Mary University of London bees are able to feel pain. What does this mean for agriculture that involves insects?
Animal waste from slaughterhouses contributing to climate change
Slaughterhouses are a source of disease and are contributing to environmental collapse. A closer look at a Nigerian slaughterhouse reveals all.
How our current food systems are causing climate catastrophe
The way we choose to eat and to grow our food is becoming environmental suicide. Globally, food systems contribute about a third of all greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Off-shore fish farming will wreak havoc on marine ecosystem
Deep-sea fish farming is one of the fastest growing food industries, but conservationists say it is bound to cause harm to wildlife.
Lone Star Tick infestation can cause meat allergy in humans
An infestation of the tick in Nantucket is inevitable says local news outlet. The Lone Star Tick has been known to cause meat allergies in humans.
Influencers called on to steer public discourse on the climate impact of animal agriculture
This is a critical time to raise awareness about animal agriculture’s role in the destruction of the world’s ecosystems and contribution to total carbon emissions.
UK heatwave kills millions of chickens in factory farms
As temperatures in the UK reached record highs due to climate change the biggest casualties are chickens held in captivity.
How do we encourage more people to oppose animal agriculture?
According to this study most people would oppose animal agriculture if they were educated on the conditions of farmed animals.
Documentary uncovers abuse in Brazil’s animal agriculture industry
The documentary will showcase the horror of Brazilian live-animal export. Brazil is the world’s biggest distributor of meat products.
200 years since the first law on animal welfare was passed – what have we learned?
Dubbed “Martin’s Act”, the 1822 legislation had some impact on the way animals were treated, but even today there is much that can still be done.