Industry News
Tesco to insist on climate-friendly farming practices around the world
All Tesco’s fresh produce suppliers will be required to adopt the LEAF Marque environmental standards as the supermarket takes a major step towards more climate-friendly farming practices.
Read moreVietnam’s first certified cage-free egg brand launched
One of the largest egg suppliers and processing companies in south Vietnam, Vinh Thanh Dat (V. Food) has joined the global cage-free movement by launching the first cage-free egg brand in the country.
Read moreThe worst horrors of factory farming could soon be phased out in Europe
The European Commission — the executive branch of the European Union — announced in June a ban on cages for a number of animals, including egg-laying hens, female breeding pigs, calves raised for veal, rabbits, ducks, and geese, by 2027.
Read moreOmniFoods Brings The Big Vegan Pig Out to the UK
Plant-based pork leader OmniFoods – producer of OmniPork – has launched The Big Vegan Pig Out, a series of popular restaurant partnerships across the UK. Featuring restaurants in 21 new locations, The Big Vegan Pig Out will showcase OmniPork’s…
Read moreCanadian food companies get their first Animal Welfare Scorecard
Food companies across Canada have been ranked in the first Canada Animal Welfare Scorecard, in a new Mercy for Animals report.
Read moreBeyond, Impossible join crowded plant-based chicken market
Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods are getting into the fast-growing market for plant-based chicken
Read moreRising Meat Production Could Put UN SDGs Out of Reach
“Meat Atlas 2021” report illustrates how political inaction continues to enable the expansion of large-scale meat and dairy companies despite the sectors’ proven climate and health impacts.
Read moreMcDonald’s UK Debuts 1st Ever Plant-Based Burger
Fast-food giant McDonald’s has today debuted its first-ever plant-based burger, featuring Beyond Meat, at an exclusive tasting event.
Read moreWagamama launches Plant Pledge campaign to get the UK eating more plant-based
Restaurant chain Wagamama has announced the launch of its new Plant Pledge campaign. In a bid to tackle climate change, the restaurant will dedicate 50% of its menu to delicious plant-based dishes.
Read moreUK urged to back sale of artificial meat to tackle climate crisis
The UK should back the development and sale of artificial meat to tackle the climate crisis, a think tank report says, calling for the government to encourage the consumption of “alternative proteins” that do not come from animals.
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