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The big name celebrities behind growing vegan brands
We know there’s a strong link between diet and longevity, so it is not surprising that vegan celebrities are showing up for the vegan revolution. Transforming food choices and moving the world to better wellness outcomes.
Environmental report suggests a health tax for meat and dairy companies
‘The Global Syndemic of Obesity, Undernutrition and Climate Change’ report makes a number of suggestions on how to ensure a healthy and sustainable society.
Vegan meats can be called “burgers” and “sausages” EU votes
Plant-based companies in the EU and USA have been fighting for the right to refer their products as ‘burgers’ and ‘sausages’ or ‘milk’.
“Animal agriculture is killing the Earth”
The rising demand for animal products has resulted in a fast-growing animal agriculture industry which has left a severe impact on the environment.
EU chooses to continue funding climate change, Greta is not having it
Swedish activist, Greta Thunberg, criticising MP’s in the European Parliament for voting to continue funding unsustainable farming.
Dairy really is scary!
Think dairy is good for you? More and more high-quality research is showing us that dairy is not all that it’s cracked up to be.
Belching cows and endless feedlots: Fixing cattle’s climate issues
Livestock are among the largest sources of methane, which can have 80 times the heat-trapping power of carbon dioxide, although it persists for less time.
Interview with Joaquin Phoenix on veganism and saving the planet
Movie star, Joaquin Phoenix speaks about veganism, animal activism and how he uses his platform for social and environmental activism.
Chickens to be imported from US are beaten and tortured to death, says animal rights group
Animal rights groups warn that Post-Brexit US trade deal could see tortured chickens imported into the UK and sold to consumers.
Placing the power back in the hands of the consumer: How to eat for a healthy planet
The planet can only be saved from climate catastrophe if people realise their power as consumers and opt out of an unsustainable food system.
David Attenborough’s latest Netflix documentary proves to be a hit!
The documentary, entitled A Life on our Planet, explores how man-made climate catastrophe is impacting the planet and those who occupy it.
Cruel and calculated animal abuse in US dairy sector under investigation
Undercover investigations into alleged animal abuse have come to light at Erath County Dairy Sales in Texas as well as a at a dairy farm in California.
How much money is being pumped into Big Agri pre the election?
The Trump administration is pumping millions into Big Ag prior to the November election in critical mid-West states which are a must-win for him.
Impossible Foods plan to end “world’s most destructive industry’ with R&D
Plant-based food tech Impossible Foods has announced it is planning to double the size of its Silicon Valley-based R&D team to end the animal ag industry.
Chickens at risk as US hurricane season hits
Hurricane season in the US is getting worse each year due to climate change. This can have a devastating impact on the lives of chickens raised for meat.
Plant-based brand LiveKindly raises money for US expansion
The multi-brand company raised 135 million dollars to expand its reach into the US and towards developing new and exciting products.
9 out of 10 Europeans support ethical slaughter
A new survey carried out by the Eurogroup for Animals finds that most EU citizens want to see animal slaughter without stunning banned.
French dairy giant in the cross-hairs for polluting country’s famous rivers for years
The largest French dairy company, Lactalis, has repeatedly broken environmental regulations and in the process polluted the country’s rivers.
Bangers and burgers belong to veggies too!
The meat lobby wants to slap a ban on certain labels on vegan products like ‘veggie burger’ and ‘veggie sausage’ as well as products described as “cheese-like” and “yoghurt-style” for plant-based alternatives to dairy products.
BBC Documentary ‘Meat’: A threat to our planet focuses on Animal Ag massive contribution to climate change
A BBC documentary investigates to impact that the Animal Agriculture sector has on our planet. Presenter Liz Bonnin travelled around the globe on what the broadcaster has described as an ‘ambitious and sometimes dangerous mission’ to discover the truth.
Sir Paul McCartney says ditching meat for one day is the same as not driving your car for a month
Long time animal rights champion Sir Paul McCartney founded Meat Free Monday back in 2009 to encourage people to eat more plant-based meals.
Study finds coronavirus strain in pigs could spread to humans
Researchers find that coronavirus strain which existed in China since 2016, SADS-CoV, that infects piglets can be replicated in humans.
Animal agriculture is poisoning our air
One of the biggest causes of air-pollution is animal agriculture causing roughly half of all US air pollution. So what can be done?
Has COVID-19 pushed meat-eaters towards plant-based alternatives?
Plant-based meat is being purchased more than ever as sales skyrocket amid the coronavirus outbreak and market confusion.