The Last Pig, a powerful documentary by award-winning filmmaker Allison Argo, has been inspiring global audiences, screening at film festivals around the world. Compassion Over Killing was lucky to have gotten to see this moving film, which is now available for community screenings with the help of VegFund (start planning a screening near you today)! The film follows former pig farmer …
Animal products are on their way out. In a clear sign of the times, the world’s largest meat company, JBS, recently reported that its profits had fallen 79.8% year-over-year. The company’s failure is tied in part to a recent scandal in Brazil, where an investigation — Operation Weak Flesh — revealed widespread corruption in the oversight of meat safety. Investigators …
Vegan eating is en vogue, from plant-based’s popularity on store shelves and in consumer carts, to soaring numbers of online vegan searches, inspired by the film Okja. Meatless is even hitting the meat aisle in major grocery chains like Kroger. As the mainstream falls in love with vegan eating, it’s become a top trend at weddings. According to Vogue, vegan foods are no longer …
Times have totally changed. Vegan cheese is in demand, as the dairy-free industry has gained major credibility with cheese-lovers the world over. These days, you can find everything from ricotta to blue to brie — all without the cruelty and waste of the dairy industry. So if you’re a can’t get enough cheese, here are five innovative new vegan cheeses that’ll …
“Okja” is changing the way people look at food. The film’s release on Netflix has inspired Google searches for “vegan” to spike by 65 percent. “Okja” came out in mid-May and according to Google Trends, searches were shooting upwards by late June, meaning more people were searching for info about a vegan lifestyle. A Netflix production, the film has been …
Cows are the cutest. If you’ve never looked into the big, brown, long-lashed eyes of a bovine beauty, you’re missing out. Snuggling with a rescued cow is a must-add to your bucket list! These animals are gentle giants — social, sensitive, and just as loving and affectionate as the beloved dogs and cats with whom many of us share our homes. Tragically, millions …
A new report names Tyson Foods — America’s largest meat company — the lead culprit in creating a horrifyingly large “dead zone” in the Gulf of Mexico. Tyson, which produces one out of every five pounds of meat in the US, has been repeatedly exposed for animal cruelty, too. A gutwrenching 2016 Compassion Over Killing investigation revealed horrific abuse at …
Dairy-free is more popular than ever, from milk, to cheese, to ice cream! It’s no wonder when you consider the amazing variety of delicious vegan options available nationwide, and the growing consumer awareness of the cruelty behind every carton of milk. In fact, as consumers ditch dairy, the industry is left crying over spilled milk — literally dumping millions of …
Plant-based foods are everywhere, from Starbucks to even Google, and stores like CVS are stocking their shelves with healthier meatless options. Food delivery site Grubhub says it’s seen a 19% jump in vegan orders just in the first half of 2017! With all this demand for animal-free options, it’s no wonder that the 100% plant-based Beyond Burger is the hottest thing on …