ANIMAL AGRICULTURE NEWS
Choose the planet this 4th of July and eat plant-based
Animal agriculture is poisonous for the planet. Choosing to eat vegan this 4th of July could help slow down climate change.
Factory farms are killing rivers in Britain
Over the 21st century, industrial livestock units in Britain have consolidated into giant factories and these factories are the biggest polluters of the country’s rivers.
European Commission approves initiative to stop funding meat
The European Commission has approved an ‘End the Slaughter Age’ initiative which could help transfer much needed subsidies from the meat industry to sustainable protein.
Store bought meat products could carry coronavirus
New study shows that traces of coronavirus can survive on frozen meat including beef, pork, chicken, and salmon.
Kate Mara documentary shines light on environmental racism in meat industry
Kate Mara’s documentary ‘The Smell of Money” highlights the impact of animal agriculture on the environment and on people.
Millions of chickens die while being transported
Whistle-blower reveals horrifying reality of chicken farming in England and Wales saying chickens are “dying like flies”.
How the meat industry encourages the use of toxic pesticides
The excessive use of pesticides to grow food for livestock is leading to damaged soils, polluted water ways and the destruction of ecosystems.
Transporting livestock can be deadly
Millions of farm animals die every year while being transported for the purposes of consumption by humans.
10 good reasons to stop consuming dairy
Dairy is bad for you and the planet. There are so many reasons to quit eating dairy. Here are ten of the most convincing ones.
How reducing meat and dairy consumption can reduce emissions
Changing habits can be hard, but even partial shifts from meat-based menus could significantly decrease planet-heating emissions.
Stockholm+50 conference needs to address animal agriculture’s impact on our planet
As leaders convene at Stockholm+50 this week, they are faced with a food emergency that is threatening to spiral beyond our control.
Why cultured food is the future of food
Meat grown in labs is more sustainable and far less cruel than meat sourced from animals. Here are some reasons why cultured food will dominate the market.
EU ignores climate change, continuing to fund Big Meat
Despite the dire state of our planet and the impact of animal agriculture, the EU continues to pay to promote meat industry.
These big meat companies have the worst practices
These four meat companies are the absolute worst when it comes to environmental damage and health concerns.
Humane animal agriculture is a myth
Some companies are selling meat to public under the guise of humane-approval, but can the slaughter of animals for consumption ever be humane?
The shocking facts behind JBS greenwashing
Despite evidence that JBS is guilty of increasing GHG emissions, the giant meat company continues with greenwashing its dirty business.
H5 bird flu reaches US poultry
The US is currently experiencing an unprecedented outbreak of H5N1 bird flu in both wild birds and in commercial poultry flocks.
Net-zero could wipe animal agriculture off the table
Investment company FAIRR says that increasing concerns about environmental impact could destroy animal agriculture industry.
Researchers develop a way to make Wagyu beef vegan
Using 3D printing, researchers are developing the famous Japanese-style Wagyu beef – without the cruelty and planetary destruction.
Farm animals bear the brunt of climate change
Climate change is causing environmental disasters and farm animals have become one of its biggest casualties.
Do we need animal agriculture? George Monbiot says no
In his new book ‘Regenesis’ George Monbiot, columnist at The Guardian, writes that unsustainable animal agriculture could be replaced with lab grown food.
What the world could look like with no animal agriculture
Transitioning towards a world with no animal agriculture could have a profoundly positive impact for the earth and people.
Europe’s poultry comes with a human rights problem
Cheap poultry for markets, restaurants and pets in Europe comes at the expense of Indigenous peoples in Brazil.
Children don’t see animals as food, says research
Research done at the University of Exeter shows that children under 11 are more likely to see animals as living beings rather than as food.
The planet needs us to stop supporting animal agriculture
Choosing to go vegan can have the biggest positive impact for climate change, and is our best way to save the planet.
Carbon labelling could change how we see our food
Seeing the carbon footprint of a product before purchasing it could make an impact on consumer choices about sustainable food.
Miyoko’s Creamery helps dairy farmers go green
Influential vegan dairy brand, Miyoko’s Creamery, has created a program to help struggling dairy farms transition to sustainable agriculture.
Why the proposed octopus farm will be ethical disaster
Farming octopuses for food is ethically and scientifically negligent and will be a horrific disaster for the animals involved.
NYC’s Food and Climate Dashboard could bring awareness to animal agriculture’s role in climate catastrophe
New York City has launched its first Food and Climate Dashboard with the aim of helping people to realise the true impact of their food and help them make better choices.
Will big meat be brought to court at Biden’s nutrition and health conference?
A White House conference on hunger and nutrition announced this week has the meat industry bracing for a fight.
Smithfield’s hog farms’ chronic pollution record
A report has found that Smithfield’s hog farms have spilled over 7.3 million gallons of waste across Missouri over the last decade.
Agricultural giant exposed for deforestation and land grabbing
Two reports have exposed a global agriculture giant with having ties to deforestation, human rights issues, and land grabbing in Brazil’s fragile Cerrado region. Reports published by Friends of the Earth U.S. and The Network for Social Justice and Human Rights in...
Egg factory of horror burns millions of chickens alive
An egg factory in Rembrandt, Iowa, has culled 5.3 million chickens due to a fear of avian bird flu, then fired 250 workers.
How many lives will you save by going vegan?
We all know that veganism is the surest way to end animal slaughter, but just how big of an impact will it have? This study aims to find out.
Could our meat come from Mars in the future?
Plenty of experiments have been conducted to see whether plants can flourish in space, and now a new test has begun to see if meat cells can grow.
Microbial protein could be the answer to reducing environmental impact
Microbial meat is created by means of ‘brewing’ microbes to grow sustainable, ethical meat. It could be the answer to environmental concerns.
Motherhood inside a factory farm
A mother’s love is universal. But on factory farms, a female animal who gives birth is not considered a mother, but rather a breeding machine.
US egg farm culls millions of birds and then fires workers
Rembrandt Foods roasted alive 5.3m chickens in an avian flu cull in March, followed by about 250 people being summarily thrown out of work.
Could food grown in a laboratory be the answer to the world’s environmental crisis?
One thing is for sure; the food industry must look very different in the future if the planet is to survive climate catastrophe.
KFC taken to task over misleading marketing campaign
KFC has been accused of a “misleading” portrayal of chicken farming after activists revisited a farm recently highlighted in a film by a YouTube influencer.
Is our food system sustaining us or draining us?
The way in which we grow and consume food is not sustainable for the planet and for human society. It is time for a meaningful change.
A boycott of animal agriculture could save the world
When we choose to quit supporting climate destroying animal agriculture, we also make the choice to pit the planet’s health first.
How can individuals tackle climate change?
Here is a list of ways in which you can take climate action, with the most important one being consuming less meat.
ProVeg wants global meat consumption reduced by 50{a320e13f4245ad4b9f2fca21e6527f5a3b2e1421f5c0a2d141b7cabfa240b057} within 20 years
ProVeg International, is working to reduce global meat consumption by 50 percent by 2040 and transition to a more resilient, sustainable, and plant-rich food system.
ProVeg wants global meat consumption reduced by 50% within 20 years
ProVeg International, is working to reduce global meat consumption by 50 percent by 2040 and transition to a more resilient, sustainable, and plant-rich food system.
Only a food revolution could halt climate change, says UN
Up to 20-30{a320e13f4245ad4b9f2fca21e6527f5a3b2e1421f5c0a2d141b7cabfa240b057} of carbon emissions can be avoided if we did away with the harmful environmental destruction of animal agriculture.
Eating a more plant-based diet could enrich biodiversity
According to a new study consumers have a big role to play in biodiversity loss. Choosing to eat animal products has devastating impact.
Eat less meat for a healthy planet, says United Nations
The UN has identified three steps to ending climate catastrophe and lowering meat consumption is a major step.
Vegan documentaries that will change your mind about meat
This extensive list of 23 vegan documentaries are both heart-breaking and hopeful, entertaining and informative.
Ending climate change is dependant on consumers
Saving the planet requires more than just the production of sustainable meat, it requires consumer demand for it.
More and more Americans are wanting to reduce their meat intake
A report by the vegan sustainability app, abillion, has found that 51{a320e13f4245ad4b9f2fca21e6527f5a3b2e1421f5c0a2d141b7cabfa240b057} of American users in their database want to reduce meat consumption.
National Food Strategy is the opportunity to reduce animal agriculture
The UK’s National Food Strategy needs to include policies that reduce meat and dairy production, affording farmers a safe transition away from animal agriculture.
South African start-up uses fermentation technology to make cruelty-free milk
A Cape Town based start-up, De Novo Dairy, is making milk without animals using precision fermentation technology.
Study comparing animal agriculture to fossil fuels causes uproar
A new study claiming that animal agriculture, like fossil fuels, harms the environment, has infuriated farmers.
Quit leather and save lives!
If we want to save lives and the planet we must stop supporting companies that use leather sourced from animals.
Plant-based meat must achieve price parity to thrive
A new report published by Kearney has shown that if plant-based meat reaches price parity the sector will boom.
What would industrial octopus farms mean for animal welfare?
Animal rights activists have raised concerns over the ethics of farming intelligent octopus in captivity for consumption.
Why we must prioritise solving climate change
Downplaying the danger of climate catastrophe and the impact that animal agriculture has on it will only end in disaster.
Climate change is no longer ignorable
The impact of climate catastrophe is beginning to show itself. Our only solution is to do away with the meat and dairy industry.
The Ukraine war has started a battle over the food system in Europe
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is disrupting supplies of grains and fertiliser to Europe, igniting a debate over the role that animal agriculture plays in the bloc’s food system.
The scoop on alternative meat, with Good Food Institute’s Bruce Friedrich
In this powerful interview, Friedrich discusses the future of food, alternative proteins and the coming food revolution.
Could this be the end of free-range eggs in the UK and Europe?
Free-range chickens and eggs may no longer be feasible to produce in the UK and elsewhere in Europe in future due to a dramatic escalation in avian flu outbreaks, say leading disease experts.
Kate Mara produces documentary criticising pork industry
Actress Kate Mara is producing a documentary called The Smell of Money, which will shine a spotlight on animal welfare and the environment.
The link between beef and climate change
Most of us know that beef is a massive contributor of the GHG emissions, but do we know everything it entails?
Animal agriculture is unethical, so why don’t we put an end to it?
Treating other living beings as commodities that can be bought, sold and killed for human consumption strips us of our humanity.
Is the meat industry brewing the next pandemic?
The COVID-19 virus has killed millions of people globally. Sadly it will likely not be the last pandemic we see, thanks to animal agriculture.
Unilever says that a move towards plant-based foods should be a priority
A report by Dutch company Unilever highlights need for a transition towards sustainable and healthy plant-based foods.
Director James Cameron backs dairy documentary ‘MILKED’
The highly anticipated documentary exposes the brutality and environmental exploitation of New Zealand’s dairy industry.
Why you need to stop eating chicken
Chicken on supermarket shelves is often contaminated with antibiotic-resistant strains of campylobacter and salmonella, while factory farms and slaughterhouses are riddled with unhygienic practices.
Jane Goodall narrates documentary about the future of food
Meat The Future offers some interesting insights about the next agricultural revolution while diving deep into the world of cultivated and cell-based meat.
If you love the planet you will go vegan today
Animal agriculture is a massive contributor towards climate catastrophe. Here’s why veganism is the most environmentally-friendly lifestyle.
Wuhan’s seafood market may be responsible for COVID-19
A new study has found that the coronavirus virus may have been transmitted to humans via the seafood market in Wuhan causing a global pandemic.
Plastic in fish – why is the media ignoring this?
Research published by the Project Censored’s State of the Free Press 2022 shows that the global seafood supply is contaminated by microplastics.
Planned commercial octopus farm sparks controversy
Scientists have discovered how to farm octopus and it has caused animal rights activists to show concern about the welfare of the animals involved.
How industrial fishing and fish farms go hand in hand
A study has found that more than 4 million tons of fish could remain in the sea if they were not caught for the purpose of feeding other fish on fish farms.
Antibiotic-resistant infections could be the new pandemic
We need antibiotics to treat and prevent infections. Sadly, we have misused and abused antibiotics for decades and are now reaping the unwanted rewards.
Going vegan could give the world’s wildlife a chance to recover
Loss of habitats and species extinction are taking place at a rate unprecedented in human history. Going vegan could halt this destruction.
Push PAUSE on climate change by adopting a sustainable vegan diet!
This study shows that if we all went vegan we could dramatically reduce the amount of green-house gas emissions and halt climate change.
There is nothing “natural” about dairy milk
The process of farming cows for milk relies on an artificial process involving much suffering. So why does the dairy industry refer to milk as “natural”?
UN study on climate change death toll reveals shocking reality
Animal agriculture is putting us on a destructive path from which there is no return. We must act now on climate catastrophe.
The dairy industry has been lying to you
Despite the advertising campaigns, consuming dairy products is incredibly bad for your health. Here’s the history and science behind milk.
Meat causes cancer, says European Parliament
Scientists and medical professionals have been warning of the dangers of meat for years and now politicians are finally getting on board.
The life of a dairy cow is fraught with peril and pain
The true cost of popular dairy products is a life of misery and torment for dairy cows who experience immense cruelty at the hands of humans.
Dairy milk is the result of cruelty and animal abuse
Producing animal milk for human consumption requires that cows and their calves are treated in a brutal manner by dairy farmers.
Farmers find themselves at the crossroads
Interviews with European farmers reveal a growing unease with farming practices related to animals, but saying so is socially unacceptable.
Billionaire Carl Icahn takes on McDonalds over welfare of pigs
Carl Icahn has 200 shares in McDonalds restaurants and wants to use that as leverage to improve the lives of pigs, particularly pregnant sows.
40 000 pigs culled in the UK
A shortage on butchers has led UK farmers to cull 40 000 pigs and there are still 200 000 stuck on farms in danger of meeting the same fate.
UK to drop ban on imports of fur and foie gras
The British government is set to drop plans to place a ban on imports of fur and foie gras due to opposition from some members of cabinet.
Caring better for animals could stop millions of people dying
Zoonotic diseases that jump from animals to humans are causing millions of people to die annually. Destroying areas like rainforests will worsen matters.
BBC documentary is making Brits re-think dairy
The BBC documentary, A Cow’s Life: The True Cost of Milk?, has had people taking to social media to declare their intention to go dairy-free.
Governments still spending outrageous amounts on meat subsidies
A new study has found that despite the rising environmental impact of animal agriculture, governments world-wide are still funding meat.
Excellent reasons to go vegan today!
There’s an endless amount of positive correlations between being vegan and our health, environment and the lives of animals.
EU draws up action plan to curb ocean bottom trawling
Bottom trawling is a common practice involving scraping the ocean floor for fish which causes irreparable damage to the ocean life.
Secret footage reveals animal corpses dumped in overflowing skips
UK farmers often pay hunts to dispose of their animal carcasses. If this footage is anything to go by, it’s an industry that is both morally and legally dubious.
200,000 healthy pigs could be killed in the UK
A crisis is emerging in the UK’s pork industry and hundreds of thousands of pigs are set to be killed if government doesn’t act decisively.
How the wool trade is a burden on the environment
A recent study has shed light on the unsustainable nature of wool, proving that the wool trade adds negatively to biodiversity loss and climate breakdown.
What is ‘Foie Gras’ and why is it banned in several countries?
Producing fois gras for human consumption involves inhumane treatment of ducks and geese, including horrifying force feeding.
Giant meat company Tyson Foods profits off misery
A closer look at the man behind one of the very worst companies in the world – a company that makes their profits from animal suffering.
68{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} of emissions could disappear if we all went vegan for 15 years
Can you imagine a healthy planet, free from animal agriculture? According to this study the earth could greatly benefit if we did away with meat and dairy.
John Hopkins University offers course on alternative protein
This new innovative course teaches students the intricate science behind the production of plant and cultivation-based meat, dairy, eggs and seafood.
China has reported cases of H5N6 bird flu in humans
The H5N6 bird flu, and other similar viruses caused by the farming of fowl for human consumption, could impact global battle against COVID-19.
Plant-based meat saved over 700K animal lives in 2021
More people than ever are opting for meat alternatives, including plant-based meats such as the Impossible Burger and Beyond Meat, and it is saving lives.
Consumer attitudes towards vegan dairy are enthusiastic, concludes study
A new study shows that consumer attitudes towards animal-free dairy products made through precision fermentation were positive.
Will the future be meat-dependant or plant-based?
According to this study, a sustainable future that sees a rise in veganism will not simply occur on its own. We must actively encourage positive change.
The case for ethical, sustainable food choices
Eating in a way that displays a sense of conscious choice-making is a wisdom as old as time. Here is why we should eat with the future in mind.
WWF says British farmers are producing too much GHG emissions
British farmers must cut emissions created by animal farming in order to halt further damage to the environment and climate catastrophe, says WWF.
Meat and dairy subsidies are standing in the way of progress
Animal agriculture contributes the most to climate catastrophe and the destruction of the environment, yet governments keep funding it.
Senator Cory Booker calls for the end of factory farming
Sen. Cory Booker says not enough attention is paid to the impact of animal agriculture on our planet and plans to challenge government on it.
New documentary “COW” sheds light on the cruelty of cattle farming
Killing a human is met with the ultimate penalty, so why is it okay for humans to kill other living beings without consequences?
The new season of Queer Eye is worryingly speciesist
Popular TV show, Queer Eye, is known for its message of inclusivity and acceptance, so why does it seem to be promoting animal cruelty?
Cattle farming has no place in the future, according to Impossible Foods CEO
In this interview, Impossible Foods CEO, Patrick Brown, shares his vision for the future and describes a trend towards veganism as “game changing”.
How to channel your climate anxiety into something positive
Anxiety feels terrible, so we have some suggestions on how to turn any anxiety you have over the planet and climate change into something positive.
Pig hearts in human bodies, what next?
Scientists are planning on breeding pigs for organ transplantation despite the ethical concerns raised by animal rights activists.
Why veganism is the most ethical food option
There is no valid justification for eating meat products. Animal agriculture is a cruel industry that is responsible for death and misery.
Will meat soon be a thing of the past?
More young people than ever are swearing off meat, as Millennials and Gen Z begin to see the benefits of a vegan diet for their health and the planet.
To really make a difference, start with what’s on your plate
One month of change is not enough to break habits built up over a lifetime, but it’s enough to open up new possibilities. All revolutions start somewhere.
Eliminating 68{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} of carbon emissions is as easy as choosing a sustainable meal
A study which used computer modelling to predict future climate scenarios concludes that going vegan could dramatically change the future for the better.
Impact of Animal Agriculture can no longer be denied
The impact of animal agriculture on climate change can no longer be denied. Nor can the role of an individual’s switch to a vegan diet be discounted.
Was eating meat important for human evolution?
A new scientific study confirms that meat consumption was not as important to the evolutionary process as previously believed.
Corporate plant-based pledges have their limitations
Many big food brands including McDonalds and Tesco have pledged to put out more plant-based foods. How much of an impact will this have on reducing meat?
Five reasons to quit meat for good
Animal agriculture has wide ranging negative impacts on the planet including animal suffering and environmental degradation.
We must stop eating meat if we want to save the planet
Consumers must consider cutting meat out of their diets and opting for meat alternatives in order for us to stop climate change.
Now there are plans for octopus farms!
Not only are we slaughtering more animals than ever before, but we are also adding new kinds of animals to those we already farm, including octopuses.
Government must stop funding meat and dairy
The meat and dairy industry continues to receive subsidies despite its impact on human health and the natural environment.
Quitting meat can slow down climate change
Animal Agriculture uses 80 {85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} of the earth’s resources; contributes to deforestation and is the cause of 14{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} of all CO2 emissions causing climate change.
Pet food that doesn’t hurt the planet, is it possible?
Currently pet food relies heavily on animal-based proteins. Here are three different ways in which pet food is going greener.
Eat for the future by adopting a Climatarian Diet
The plant heavy Climatarian Diet is believed to reduce human impact on the environment and has the potential to halt climate change.
Will new restrictions on the lobster industry help to save whales?
The lobster industry is a massive hazard to whale conservation. New restrictions have been put into place with the aim of curbing its damage.
The expansion of factory farming in Africa is cause for concern
While factory farming is most prevalent in the Global North, it is gaining traction in Africa, and animals are paying the price.
Animal Welfare Certification aims to improve animal welfare, but does it?
Animal welfare certificates aim to improve the living conditions of animals farmed for meat and dairy, but are they misleading the public?
The biggest lie the meat industry tricked us into believing
Slaughterhouses claim to be humane. If slaughterhouses were truly humane, wouldn’t we take our pets to them when they needed to be euthanised?
Meat industry furious at Spanish minister for revealing harmful aspects of factory farming
Spanish Minister Alberto Garzón speaks out on the harmful environmental impact of importing meat from unsustainable factory farms.
Peru’s fish oil industry is a destructive force
Most fish oil found in fish oil pills is sourced from Peruvian anchovetas, leaving the species at risk of being wiped out.
Unregulated salmon industry likened to factory farming
The salmon farming industry is bad for the environment and fish. There are lots of suitable plant-based alternatives for sustainably-conscious consumers.
UK bound Australian beef a source of deforestation
Post-Brexit deal could bring Australian beef into UK supermarkets. Australian beef has been linked to habitat destroying deforestation.
India has an animal agriculture problem
As big companies take root in India, methane levels are rising. But little attention is given to animal agriculture when it comes to cutting down emissions.
Over a million farm animals die in British Columbia due to climate change
Chickens, cows and pigs drown as massive flood storms ravage British Columbia. This is the most recent of three climate disasters in BC since July.
South Africans must ditch meat-heavy diet
Dominic Naidoo explains why South Africa must reduce meat to fight climate change after attending the UN Climate Change Conference of Youth.
Rich people are causing climate change, shouldnt they pay to fix it?
The wealthiest 10{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63}, who contribute the most towards climate change, should be taxed to ensure there is money to fund climate change solutions.
Wild horses become scape-goats for animal agriculture
Thousands of wild horses culled in the US after being blamed for climate emissions, despite evidence showing animal agriculture as largest contributor.
Post-COP26 coalitions that are tackling food systems head on
From agroecology to soil health and conflicts over natural resources, can these targeted campaigns build on the UN’s first food systems summit?
Cruelty on French pig farm revealed
Undercover footage has revealed horrific cruelty on a French farm that distributes the pork to some of Britain’s biggest suppliers, such as Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, and Morrisons.
The cunning marketing behind Big Meat
Big meat brands use hidden meanings behind their advertising to fuel meat consumption in an attempt to slow plant-based change in society.
Unethical treatment of farm animals is a cause of climate change
Unethically farming animals in order to satiate a large demand for animal products is one of the driving forces behind climate catastrophe.
Danone transforming one of its facilities into a completely plant-based production plant
The international dairy giant has announced that it will convert a French dairy factory into an oat milk plant as demand for plant-based milk rapidly increases worldwide.
Denmark to subsidise farmers who produce plant-based foods
Plant-based foods have been given priority in an agricultural agreement, with 580 million DKK ($90M) being be available to farmers who produce plant-based foods.
Resolution against animal agriculture passed in San Francisco
San Francisco’s board of supervisors passed a resolution that declares animal agriculture as a climate and health threat, and an abuse of animal rights.
Deforestation in Brazil is at an all time high
Far-right Brazilian leader Bolsonaro has promised action on deforestation in the country and yet deforestation is the highest its been since 2006.
Video footage of animal cruelty on organic farm sparks outrage
A secretly taken video showing workers at an organic soft cheese farm in Bath kicking, punching and swearing at cows has gone public.
EU proposes ban on beef and other products contributing to deforestation
EU executive draws up proposal that will force companies to make more ethical and sustainable choices when importing products.
Brazil’s government is trying to legalise deforestation
Almost half of the Amazon Rainforest is located inside Brazil; a country known for its aggressive agricultural practices and mass deforestation.
Most children in US assume animals are not eaten
According to recent research, many children in the US assume animals are not eaten, which creates a unique opportunity in fighting the climate crisis.
We need to end animal agriculture to meet COP26 climate pledges
Patrick Brown, CEO and founder of Impossible Foods, criticised the lack of conversation at COP26 on animal agriculture and plant-based diets.
Easy climate solutions that governments are ignoring
A list of obvious actions that governments around the world should take to protect the planet from the disastrous impacts of animal agriculture.
The billion dollar industry behind the exploitation of the Amazon rainforest
The beef raised in the wake of Amazon fires travels the world, with traces of the rainforest finding its way onto plates on the other side of the planet.
Greenwashing at COP26
Organisations dedicated to protecting the financial interests of farmers are downplaying the role that animal agriculture plays in contributing to climate change.
Why was COP26 silent on meat?
COP26 failed to address the biggest contributor to climate change, animal agriculture, even though sustainable food systems are key to ending climate crisis
Here’s how we can eat our way into a sustainable future
Animal agriculture is systematically destroying the planet. Ending the impact of climate change begins with the food that we eat.
People should eat less meat, says this Welsh minister
Deputy Climate Change Minister, Lee Waters MS, says that people must cut down on buying meat in order the halt climate catastrophe.
The environmental cost of millionaires
The world’s top one percent will be responsible for 16{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} of all carbon emissions by the year 2023, according to a recent study.
Where is animal agriculture on the agenda at COP26?
Whilst world leaders are attempting to hash out a climate action plan, without prioritising the reform of food systems, plans will inevitably fall short.
COP26 called out for serving meat and dairy
The COP26 menu featured large quantities of unsustainable meat and dairy leaving activists shaking their heads in disbelief.
Over a million cattle would need to be culled in Ireland to meet climate goals
The pressure is on Ireland to end its dependence on beef and dairy farming if the country is to meet it’s climate goals.
How much does methane contribute to climate change?
Methane is a compound of carbon and hydrogen, making it exceptionally good at trapping heat – and a major cause of climate change.
Farming minister shows support for meat tax
The purpose of the proposed tax would be to lower carbon emissions by encouraging consumers to avoid unsustainable food such as meat.
Governments must take action against giant meat and dairy companies
The meat and dairy industries are fuelling the climate crisis. So why are big meat and dairy companies are given a free pass by governments?
Swine Fever sweeps across the Americas
The virus which has been running rogue in the Dominican Republic is soon to reach the US, and yet US politicians are still supporting its pork industry.
Chicken factory farms are source of new pandemic
Factory farms are a breeding ground for disease. Chicken farms are now the source of several strains of bird-flu that are deadly to humans.
These brands are fuelling Amazon deforestation
Some of Britain’s favourite brands, including Cadbury’s, Cathedral City and Anchor are fuelling the destruction of the Amazon, according to a new report.
British beef imports banned in China
China has once again banned imports of beef from the United Kingdom citing the possibility of Mad Cow disease as their main concern.
Fish are dying in Spain and the pig farms are to blame
The pork industry’s role in pollution of one of Spain’s largest saltwater lagoons may be greater than publicly acknowledged, an investigation has revealed.
UK-caught squid added to conservation red-list
The Marine Conservation Society has put UK-caught squid onto its red list to encourage consumers to stop buying the unsustainable seafood.
Brits are eating less meat but its not enough to stop climate change
A study has shown that daily UK meat consumption has fallen by 17g per person per day in last decade, but experts say a lot more has to be done.
Government meat subsidies must end
The meat industry is one of the worst industries in regards to workers rights and environmental protection, so why are we still subsidising it?
120 000 pigs could be culled in UK
Boris Johnson says ‘Animals die in the food industry’ as the UK agriculture industry considers its biggest cull in history.
Workers in meat companies across Europe are exploited
Europe’s meat industry is heavily reliant on an exploitative labour system in order to meet consumer demands for cheap meat.
Meat production in UK hit by CO2 shortage
Industry figures have warned that supermarkets could face shortages of some meat products if carbon dioxide proaction does not resume immediately.
Wales acknowledges the harmful effects of animal agriculture
Stopping the decline in wildlife and plant species is as important as tackling climate change, the head of Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has said.
60{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} of young people feel “extremely worried” about climate change, according to survey
According to a survey led by Bath University, young people are becoming increasingly anxious about the future and climate catastrophe.
Meat industry pushes for a boost in global meat consumption and livestock farming
Leaked documents chronicle behind-the-scenes row over industry calls to boost meat-eating and promote livestock farming at the UN food systems summit.
Meat causes twice the pollution of producing plant-based foods
Production of meat worldwide emits 28 times as much as growing plants, and most crops are raised to feed animals bound for slaughter.
Netherlands considers cutting livestock numbers
Dutch politicians are considering plans to force hundreds of farmers to sell up and cut livestock numbers, to reduce damaging ammonia pollution.
Animal agriculture is the biggest threat to the earth
Animal agriculture contributes 14.5{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions and yet the meat industry still receives huge government subsidies.
Climate activists blockade milk factory
Climate activists have blockaded the UK’s largest milk factory and demanded the firm cuts its environmental impact.
Spain bans use of fertilizers
Spanish officials have banned the use of fertilisers near one of Europe’s largest saltwater lagoons after five tons of dead fish washed up on its shores.
Scottish government plans to replace EU’s pro-meat ‘Common Agricultural Policy’
New report by WWF shows that emissions need to be reduced by 30{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} to meet 2032 climate goals, however EU policy is ineffective.
Lab meat predicted to replace animal agriculture
British billionaire, investor and philanthropist, Jim Mellon, is foreshadowing a huge change in the way we consume and farm our food.
Dependence on animal agriculture is fuelling climate change
The earth is on fire at this moment, and the situation will only get worse if we fail to act. For this to happen, more people must quit animal agriculture.
Acting against the meat consumption culture should not be viewed as the purview of progressives
Eating an excessive amount of meat seems to have been identified as a right-wing issue with liberal attitudes embracing the plant-based movement.
What is a meat tax and how can it help curb meat consumption?
The UK Health Alliance on Climate Change (UKHACC) released a report backing the call for a tax to be implemented on meat products.
Big Animal Ag – too toxic for investors?
As the focus shifts to the negative impacts on the environment and consequences to human health, investors are starting to give the sector a miss.
Dumping animal agriculture can help us meet climate goals, says think-tank
A report by independent think-tank, RethinkX shows that we could cut GHG emissions by 90{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} if we deal with transport, energy and animal agriculture.
Humans must decide whether to change their attitude to the natural world or lose everything
Humans have broken all bonds with the natural world and we must now decide whether to stop eating animals and GMO foods otherwise it will be the end of us.
UK’s National Food Strategy favours animal agriculture
The newly published National Food Strategy seeks to encourage healthy eating but fails to address the impact of animal products.
WSJ must retract fake news on beef industry, climate change, says ProVeg International
ProVeg pens open letter to the Wall Street Journal about an article featured in their publication which denies role of beef industry in climate change.
We must involve young people in our plans to fight climate change
Young people are the key to ensuring an environmentally stable and just future, but bringing their potential to the fore will require effort from leaders.
Live animal export ships used to smuggle drugs, arms and people
While the appalling condition of animals aboard export ships has been making news, it is now believed that many of these ships are fronts for smuggling.
It is time for a people’s Food Systems Summit to address our failing food system
Unsustainable industrial agriculture is contributing to the climate crisis, however this is often ignored during climate summits such as COP26.
Kate Winslet will narrate new documentary on sustainable agriculture
Award-winning actress, Kate Winslet, will be the voice of a new documentary that uncovers the environmental horrors of animal agriculture.
PETA wants COP26 to go vegan to show commitment to climate goals
PETA sends letter to Alok Sharma at the UN proposing that the upcoming COP26 summit offers a meat-free, sustainable menu to its delegates.