The campaign against the terrible conditions that prevail in the factory-farmed chicken industry has generated an overwhelming response. But not all of it has been favourable to the high-profile figures leading the campaign. Jamie Oliver has attracted charges of hypocrisy … Continue reading
The Commission listened to the demands of EU consumers and has taken concrete action to improve the welfare of laying hens. The report today shows that there is scientific and economic support for the ban on conventional battery cages. We … Continue reading
This is the title of an article in Scientific American. The Grumpy Vegan is pleased to see that among them is “Eat Smart, Go Vegetarian?” Well, we could have done without the question mark but, hey, it’s progress.
Answer: U.S. Federal Tax Farm Subsidies
Perhaps as an act of redemption over this yesterday’s Observer (yes, the Grumpy Vegan did say he doesn’t buy but he did) published “Why eating less meat could cut global warming” and on The Guardian blog there’s Tara Garnett of … Continue reading
Don’t forget to periodically check out the Links page on the Grumpy Vegan for an eclectic selection of interesting Web sites to visit. The latest that the Grumpy Vegan adores is Suicide Foods, which “depicts animals that act as though … Continue reading
