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UN report names factory farming as a contributor to “Era Of Pandemics”
A report by the U.N. agency on biodiversity and ecosystem services claims intensive farming and deforestation are triggers for future pandemics.
UK healthcare professionals want meat and dairy tax, is this a good idea?
A coalition of healthcare workers released a report calling for taxation on meat and dairy for its environmental and health impact.
The Planet has been pushed past a tipping point by COVID-19
The emergency of the COVID-19 pandemic is an indication that civilization has breached a major ‘tipping point’ resulting ecological emergencies.
McDonald’s has recognised the value of vegan, isn’t it time governments did too?
As the fast-food enterprise introduces a vegan burger selection to its menu, the question remains; when will government’s catch up?
North Carolina residents sue pork giant Smithfield
The residents complained about the smell, flies, buzzards and truck traffic caused by the meat company’s massive industrial swine farm.
Horrific abuse of ‘severely injured’ pigs on Spanish farm exposed on film
Footage of severely abused pigs in a factory farm in Spain has been leaked to the media amidst calls for EU animal welfare rules to be enforced.
Thanksgiving should not include killing and eating turkeys
It is a complete myth perpetuated by the Animal Agriculture industry that eating turkeys is a time-honoured tradition at Thanksgiving.
Pro-vegan TV ad reaches more than one million animal lovers
The Vegan Society’s campaign ‘Future Normal’ launched the widely broadcasted TV ad to promote veganism to animal lovers. Watch it here!
Curb emissions from Big Ag to reach climate goals says report
Not nearly enough progress is being made to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. The key is the failure of the Animal Ag industry to curb emissions.
Don’t only think Green New Deal; think eat green!
It may come as a surprise, but our food habits are responsible for fuelling global warming and slowing the process of curbing the effects of climate change.
More than 16,000 turkeys killed in Germany after bird flu found on farm
A massive cull of turkeys has been planned in Germany after bird flu was discovered on a poultry farm.
Young activists stage virtual meeting to focus on the climate crisis as COP26 cancelled
Young environmentalists are staging a virtual meeting to replace the cancelled COP26 to focus on greater action on the climate crisis.
The introduction of the McPlant burger is a huge step towards saving the planet
The introduction of the McPlant burger at McDonald’s is going to have a big impact on the planet as beef is one of the biggest emitters of greenhouse gases.
Slaughterhouses ‘some of darkest places in the world’ says Joaquin Phoenix
Joaquin Phoenix says slaughterhouses ‘some of the darkest places on earth’ as new book on activities inside factory farms and abattoirs is launched.
Bird flu impacts UK chicken farming industry
Lockdown style rules have been placed on chicken farmers in the UK to restrict the spread of bird-flu amongst livestock.
Study confirms link between eggs and high blood pressure
A study done by Australian researchers shows that eating just one egg a day can increase your risk of diabetes by up to 60{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63}.
Turkeys talk – just not in your language
All animals communicate – just not in human languages. When humans take the trouble to listen, it becomes quite clear that animals talk to us.
The Netherlands focuses on feeding the world with plant-based proteins
When one thinks of The Netherlands, most people think of cheese. Yet this small country is becoming a plant-based protein global powerhouse.
Study finds plant-based diets most effective at combating climate change
The most promising way we will reach our climate goals is by shifting from animal agriculture to plant-based foods, says the University of Oxford.
Indigenous leaders look to Biden for Amazon conservation
Indigenous leaders who have been fighting the destruction of the Amazon rainforest express their hopes for Joe Biden’s presidency.
Superbug from factory farms a “real and present danger” as a result of antibiotic overuse
Report by World Animal Protection (WAP) says intensive farming is engaging in “risky business” as animals begin to show signs of antibiotic resistance.
Proposed ban on junk-food advertising welcomed by health campaigners
Fast food industry kicks back with criticism after the UK proposes a nation-wide ban on junk-mail advertising to promote healthy eating.
Denmark’s exploitative mink farms prove to be a COVID-19 hazard
Danish Minks farmed for fur have proved to be carriers of COVID-19 that could harm public health. As a result the animals are being culled.
20 climate change must-see documentaries!
Check out our list of the twenty most invigorating and eye-opening documentaries on climate change that you should watch right away.