Beyond Meat just launched plant-based meatballs in grocery stores across the US
The great taste and convenience of Beyond Meatballs also ‘deliver on consumers’ growing demand for delicious and nutritious plant-based meat options without GMOs or synthetic ingredients’ This week, Beyond Meat has launched its new line of pre-formed plant-based meatballs at retailers across the U.S. The Los Angeles-based vegan meat maker’s new meatballs are made using …
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UK Government blasted for ‘Rule of Six’ law exempting grouse shooting and hunting
‘The Government is giving the shooting industry carte blanche to continue its murderous activities despite the threat posed by gatherings during this awful pandemic’ According to the latest government guidelines announced by Boris Johnson at a coronavirus press briefing on Monday, grouse shooting groups and other hunting with gun activities can continue to hold gatherings of …
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‘Catastrophic’ human activity responsible for 68% drop in wildlife population, says new report
‘An average decline of 68% in the past 50 years is catastrophic, and clear evidence of the damage human activity is doing to the natural world’ The wildlife population of mammals, birds, fish, amphibians, and reptiles has plunged by a staggering 68 percent between 1970 and 2016, reveals World Wide Fund For Nature’s (WWF) Living …
‘Futuristic’ vegan Heppi ribs are now on Vegan Junk Food Bar’s menu
‘The Heppi Ribs are revolutionary and an example of how we can jointly enjoy environmental and animal-friendly food without compromising on quality, structure and taste’ Vegan Junk Food Bar has become the first restaurant to sell the ‘sustainable, revolutionary and innovative Heppi Ribs’ – an innovative plant-based product created by meat alternative producer Ojah. The …
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Trader Joe’s finally launched its new ‘almond milk’ vegan chocolate bar
‘Vegan customers are going to absolutely flip for that particular bar’ This month, Trader Joe’s finally released its new vegan milk chocolate bar in response to increased customer demand. The vegan chocolate bar has been in development for several months as revealed by the grocery chain in one of its podcasts in February. The new …
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Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger just banned exotic animal leather
‘In addition to being cruel and unnecessary, the capture, confinement, and slaughter of wild animals is what spawns pandemics like the one we’re all suffering through now’ Designer brands Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein have finally pledged to ditch exotic animal skins from their future fashion lines. The decision was announced by Fashion retail giant …
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Climate crisis in 2020 continues to increase despite COVID-19 disruption
‘Never before has it been so clear that we need long-term, inclusive, clean transitions to tackle the climate crisis and achieve sustainable development’ This week, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) announced that greenhouse gas emissions are fast approaching pre-pandemic levels following a temporary decline caused by the lockdown and economic slowdown. According to WMO’s United …
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British vets want a ban on boiling lobsters alive
‘This call to stop boiling animals alive is a step in the right direction’ The British Veterinary Association (BVA) wants the process of boiling lobsters alive to be outlawed on the grounds of cruelty to animals. Joining calls from animal rights groups, the association admitted that lobsters are sentient beings, and numerous studies have confirmed …
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Shake Shack UK launches its first-ever vegan burger
‘We couldn’t be more thrilled to invite the vegetarian and vegan community to try our new Vegan Shack!’ Popular burger restaurant Shake shack has introduced its first-ever Vegan ShackBurger to select outlets in the UK. The limited-edition offer is a vegan twist on the classic ShackBurger and comes packed with a patty made from real …
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UK’s top pie maker launches first-ever vegan pies following customer demand
‘The popularity of vegan food and drink products shows no signs of slowing down, and this is thanks to brands like Pukka launching tasty vegan options’ Pukka – UK’s popular savoury pie maker has veganized two of its iconic meat pie bestsellers – following demand from customers. The new pies – Vegan Chicken & Mushroom …
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Former fur trade boss calls for Boris Johnson to ban ‘anachronistic fur trade’
‘Fur is not a necessity. It’s for vanity. In 2020, there is no justification for fur – full stop’ This week, former British Fur Trade Association (BFTA) CEO Mike Moser announced his support for the #FurFreeBritain campaign by animal charity Humane Society International UK (HSI). The 64-year-old, who worked in the fur industry for a …
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Violife just launched vegan chocolate spread in the UK
The award-winning brand has launched its first ever chocolate spread. Plant-based cheese giant Violife has launched a new delicious vegan chocolate spread. The Violife Cocospread is described by the brand as ‘deliciously creamy, smooth and fresh’. While the velvety smooth consistency reminds us more of a vegan dessert, the spread has an amazing chocolate flavour …
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