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BBC Horizon: Feast to save the planet
Not your average dinner party – Gregg Wallace and Hannah Fry examine the environmental cost of what we put on our plates in the latest BBC episode of Horizon. Click here to watch the programme.
Singapore approves cultured ‘meat’: A major step forward for the industry?
Singapore has become the first country on Earth to approve cultured meat for commercial sale. On Wednesday, December 2nd, the Singapore Food Agency said that the cultured chicken produced by San Francisco-based start-up Eat Just met the safety standards for use in nuggets, opening the door for a commercial launch in the country. Cultured meat, otherwise […]
Almost 500,000 Brits gave up meat in 2020 (and a further 6.5 million plan to do so in 2021)
The number of those who gave up meat in 2020 was double that of 2019’s figures People following veganism increased by 40% in 2020 12% of the population intend to become vegetarian, vegan or pescatarian in 2021 As 2021’s Veganuary begins, annual diet intentions research from the shopping comparison site, finder.com, reveals that 470,000 Brits […]
Record-breaking Veganuary: More sign-ups than ever before in record time
Veganuary has hit this year’s sign-up target of 500,000. This truly is a record-breaking year. Not only do they have more people signed up than ever before – half a million to be precise – but they’ve reached their target for sign-ups in record time. ‘We are over the moon. It’s clear that 2021 truly […]
World’s 1st palm oil free certified superfood brand
Naturya, the UK’s leading superfood brand has recently become the World’s First Certified Palm Oil Free Superfood Company. All of their vegan superfood products have gone through a thorough assessment, with each ingredient researched and tested to ensure no palm oil or palm oil derivatives have been used in their creation and sourcing. This marks a positive […]
Brand new kosher, vegan certification
It is very significant that a new organization, “Vegan Kosher” has been established in Israel to promote veganism in Israel and beyond, writes Richard Schwartz. It was established by Israeli Orthodox Rabbi Asa Keisar, author of In Front of the Blind, based on the Torah teaching that one is not to put a stumbling block […]
Kosher vegan cakes from B Raw
B Raw Cakes, run by Boris and Michaela, was born from a belief that when it comes to healthy treats, you shouldn’t have to compromise. Their treats are vegan, kosher and gluten free. In 2016, Boris sensed a void in the market and started experimenting in our home kitchen. His creations quickly became popular with friends and […]
Celebs urging people to go vegan to fight climate change and avoid another pandemic
‘Paul McCartney and Chris Packham among stars urging people to ditch meat and dairy in 2021 to fight climate change and avoid another pandemic. A host of musicians, actors and sports stars have joined up with businesses and environmental groups in what they hope will be a successful push to get more people to ditch […]
7 plant-based founders feature on Forbes 30 under 30 list
Forbes has released its 2021 lists of honourees, each featuring 30 notable people under the age of 30. The founders of plant-based companies Simulate, Daring Foods, @mokufoods, @newwavefoods, @sperofoodsand Prime Roots all appear on this year’s lists. Click here to read the full story.
Europe’s largest vegan ‘meat’ factory is opening in the UK
Europe’s largest vegan meat factory is opening in the UK. Plant & Bean will be opening the factory in Boston, Lincolnshire. Click here to read the full story, and read their vision below: Repairing the Food System… The global population will hit 10 billion by 2050. Our current meat farming and consumption habits are completely […]