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MPs call for action on intensive farming
Compassion is delighted at the news today that MPs on the International Development Committee have called for concerted action to curb food waste, including favouring extensive farming systems, like pasture-fed cattle.
Read moreCIWF Italia launches pigs campaign
Compassion's recent investigation of pig farms in Italy reveals shocking footage of conditions and farming practices that violate current EU directives.
Read moreEthical restaurant guide kick-starts food revolution
The Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) is a not-for-profit organisation that rewards "ethically aware" restaurants in a bid to drive public demand for better food. Here’s the lowdown.
Read moreReport warns of health threat
The intensification of modern farming is an increasing hazard for human health. That is the stark message of our new report released today.
Read moreIllegal slaughter of animals in Cyprus
The shocking cruelty found in Cyprus is indicative of the untold story of how many problems exist at slaughterhouses. With it, a broad picture of non-compliance emerges.
Read moreFocus on food, by Satish Kumar
Satish Kumar, editor-in-chief of Resurgence & Ecologist magazine, guest blogs for us today, outlining his vision for better food and farming.
Read moreThe rise of "mega-farms" in the UK?
Farming in the UK looks set to change direction with the rise of "mega-farms" for cows, pigs and salmon. Earlier this week, the government backed the creation of large-scale facilities to increase the production of "cheap" meat.
Read moreThe world's first really live pig feed
From 10-11am and 2-3pm, visitors to Westfield Shopping Centre in London can feed free-range pigs, live, via a live link up on a digital advertising board.
Read moreSupporters Walk With Compassion
More than 30 people joined us on our third annual "Walk with Compassion" on Sunday 12th May.
Read moreGM pigs will not feed the world
Scientists recently revealed a genetically modified (GM) pig, which has undergone a "gene-editing" process to become "disease resistant". Some reports have suggested that "Pig 26" could "win over" GM opponents.
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