Chicken farmer ditches inhumane meat trade to grow hemp
A West Virginia based chicken farmer switched to plant agriculture after exposing the rigged tortuous system of the poultry industry. Poultry farmer Mike Weaver raised chickens for Pilgrim’s Pride- one of the largest chicken producers in the U.S. However, he was increasingly agitated with the unfair practices rampant in the industry and finally decided to …
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Adorable Piglet- a pink, deaf and blind puppy is helping children overcome their own challenges and struggles
Piglet, a deaf blind pink puppy has become a mascot of bravery, acceptance and positivity for children around the world. Piglet, a mix between a Chihuahua and Dachshund was born in an overcrowded Georgia home. He was ironically named Piglet because of his pink pastel skin hue. He, unlike other puppies, was deaf and blind …
Vegan actor James Cromwell arrested for protesting cruel animal testing
Vegan actor James Cromwell was recently arrested for protesting against animal testing in Texas. The ‘Babe’ actor was pictured taking part in a demonstration at Texas A&M University organised by PETA. The group targeted a University Board of Regents meeting, and Cromwell joined the fight to stop the establishment from using dogs for medical research. …
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Savagely beaten dog cries ‘tears of blood’ in cage on way to Chinese meat trade
An animal sanctuary has revealed the horrific conditions dogs experience in the Chinese meat trade after rescuing a group of abused pups who were on their way to slaughter. Activists intercepted a lorry carrying six dogs which had clearly been mistreated as they had signs of being brutally beaten. One image even appears to show …
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Italy to make climate change lessons mandatory in schools
Italy has become the first country to mandate climate change lessons for its public schools. Italy’s education ministry is developing a curriculum centered around the 17 goals pinned by the UN Sustainable Development program related to tackling poverty, inequality and climate change. The government has sought the help of scientific experts including Jeffrey Sachs, the …
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Disney to unveil its plant-based menu in spring 2020
Disneyland has announced that it is preparing to launch its official plant-based menu in the spring of 2020. The iconic entertainment park has been listening to its guests revealed Culinary Director, John State. Speaking to ABC 7, State said: “We’re inspired by their feedback, going back into the kitchen, working on creating, innovating and introducing …
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America’s largest milk company, Dean Foods, announces bankruptcy
Dean Foods Co. has announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as mounting losses continue to grapple with the company. The Dallas-based 94-year old dairy company that owns a number of brands including DairyPure, TruMoo, Land O’Lakes, Country Fresh, Dean’s, Garelick Farms, and Friendly’s has been suffering losses for seven out of …
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Miyoko’s Creamery to help dairy farms move into plant-based agriculture in a win-win opportunity
Vegan cheese giant – Miyoko’s has partnered with Farm Sanctuary to help California dairy farms transition into plant agriculture. Miyoko’s Creamery has been dishing out plant based dairy products since 2014. Its cashew derived cheese and butter alternatives are popular nationwide. The brand sells its products in over 12,000 retail locations across the US, including …
Schools in four Brazilian cities are going vegan for the environment
An activist led initiative has convinced four districts of the country to adopt a more plant-based lifestyle in an attempt to save the planet from the hazards of meat consumption. Leticia Baird, a prosecutor in the Bahia state public ministry started the “Sustainable School” initiative in 2018 that aimed to replace all meat, dairy, and …
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Tokyo introduces more vegan options for the 2020 Olympics
Japanese lawmakers have considered implementing certain guidelines to make food choices more vegan friendly ahead of the 2020 Olympics. Japan is deliberating on how to make vegetarians and vegans tourists visiting Japan during the Summer Olympics find suitable meal options. The government officials in a meeting proposed some steps to make the transition smoother such …
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Sheep crushed and beheaded in front of each other in shocking footage at British slaughterhouse
A slaughterhouse investigation has revealed harrowing footage of a sheep being beheaded in front of other animals. The video filmed at Farmers Fresh abattoir in Wrexham reveals a disturbing scene in which a sheep is beheaded while hanging in the air. Investigators from activist group Animal Equality also released footage of a live sheep on …
Burger King guilty of massive deforestation across Latin America
Investigative studies have revealed that Burger King’s suppliers are linked to massive deforestation of South America’s tropical forests. Reports released by Mighty Earth have revealed that United States based animal feed suppliers Cargill and Bunge, two of the world’s largest soy producers actively facilitated the destruction of native wetlands, displaced local populations, and cleared about …
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