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All animal agriculture is a disease risk
The Coronavirus outbreak may have alerted us to the problem with the wild life trade, but other forms of animal agriculture are similarly dangerous.
The ever growing demand for food will lead to more Corona-like viruses
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Wake-up Humans – We’re running out of time
Our planet is in dire straits – Coronavirus has put the world in lockdown but Climate Change and environmental destruction are also just as big a threat.
There is nothing racist in saying China is responsible for COVID-19
There is nothing racist in saying China is responsible for COVID-19. It should be said more frequently until their is a permanent ban on wild-life markets.
Could Eating Animals Lead to Our Extinction?
Abusive animal rearing and consumption in China led to the Coronavirus pandemic. Which begs the question, will animal consumption be the death of us?
Coronavirus: A Man-made Disaster for Humans and Animals
Peter Singer, respected moral philosopher and Professor of Bioethics at Princeton University, delves into the unspoken dark side of COVID-19.
Veganism: A Health Miracle Diet
Vegans have long spoken of the health benefits they encountered when switching to a plant-based diet, but what does this look like in statistics?
Meat Production needs to be modernized to help us avoid Pandemics
The Covid-19 pandemic that is sweeping the world has focused on the need to change how the world eats.
Eggless Eggs? Pigless Pork? – Is it possible?
From eggs to fish, its no longer just about the beef. Plant-based alternative are diversifying and these exciting creations could be on your plate soon.
Business as Usual for US Slaughterhouses
The USDA is set to keep slaughterhouses open and functional despite deadly coronavirus outbreak that has send many into self-isolation.
Europeans Need to Eat 71{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} Less Meat to Reach Climate Goals
According Greenpeace members of the European Union need to agree to lower meat consumption 70{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} by 2030 if they are to reach their climate goals.
Factory Farming Has COVID-19 Potential
As well as being brutal and horrific towards animals, industrial farming is bad for our health and has the potential to spread dangerous diseases.
Australian Wildfires: A Willful Man-Made Tragedy
The meat industry has caused deforestation and exacerbated the climate crisis. How much does this influence disasters such as the Australian bush-fires?
The Brutal Truth Behind The Ugly Industry of Pig Farming
The pork industry is one of the most exploitative and abusive as pig farming ensures a miserable existence for the animals involved. Here are the raw facts.
China Seeking Vegan Alternatives Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
San Francisco food manufacturing company producer of the vegan JUST Egg, are getting inquiries from Chinese companies seeking animal-free protein sources.
Indonesia’s wildlife market’s still selling bats despite virus warnings
At an Indonesian market known for its wildlife offerings, bats, rats and snakes are still being sold despite a government request to take them off the menu.
Greenpeace Calls for Decrease in EU Meat Consumption to Tackle Climate Change
Amid climate change concerns environmental organisation proposes change in diet through agricultural policy to lessen the amount of meat consumed in the EU.
Environmental Education Has An Influence on People Going Vegan
Would knowing where your food comes from and the impact it has on the planet in light of the climate catastrophe encourage you to ditch the meat?
Point of no return for the Amazon Rainforest reached
“In terms of the Earth’s climate, we have gone beyond the point of no return. There’s no doubt about this.” says a leading Brazilian scientist.
Eat Dogs to Show Cultural Confidence – Chinese Dog Meat Company
Fankuai Dog Meat company tells people to eat dog meat to show cultural confidence as bill is proposed to ban the practice amid COVID-19 health concerns.
Boycott Fish to Save Hundreds of Dolphins
Support for the seafood industry is encouraging the slaughter of hundreds of dolphins, the only solution is to stop buying fish.
Lab-grown Meat Coming To UK As Soon As 2022
Mass produced, commercially sold lab-grown meat could radically transform our eating habits for the better; and its not so far from becoming a reality.
The Frankenfoods Trump wants to sell the UK – the price of cheap meat
Farmers are worried we will open our doors to an invasion of fast-farmed, cheap US food. America is the birthplace of megafarms or ‘concentrated animal feeding operations. ’There are major worries about animal welfare of poultry reared on factory farms. Conditions can...
UK Climate Targets Require Reduction in Meat and Dairy
A government funded report has found that UK will be due for a big change in diet if it is to follow up on its climate goals to achieve carbon neutrality.