Posts tagged with "Farming"

Cattle Farmers Left Frustrated at Plant-Based Meat Alternatives

Plant-based alternatives to meat are in serious demand as they are gradually becoming more accessible. American companies like Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat are using science to provide the texture and taste of meat without slaughtering animals. Additionally, there are far less environmental implications with meat alternatives in comparison to traditional farming. However, cattle farmers have been left very dismayed because their industry could be under threat. Cattle Farmers are Getting Nervous The US Cattlemen’s Association filed a 15-page petition to the US Department of Agriculture earlier in the year. The petition demands that an...

Urban Farming is Finding Its Way Into Cities Again

Urban farming refers to when crops are grown in cities. During and immediately after World War II, urban farming was popular in Europe and North America when resources were scarce. In more recent years, the interest in city agriculture has been renewed but for much different reasons. The Renewal of Urban Farming New food production projects have started in cities. The motivation for urban farming isn’t just for food, but also increasing plant and animal life in cities. There are hopes of improving communities through unifying people of diverse backgrounds, improving mental and physical health whilst also regenerating derelict...

Supermarkets Reveal Use of Antibiotics in Meat

Antibiotics are essential to modern medicine. They are possibly the most effective way of treating infections. Antibiotic treatment has immensely benefited human-kind and they continue to prevent, control and treat diseases and infections. However, there is a danger of antibiotics being overused which will result in them being less effective. Antibiotics can also pose a significant risk to human health. They are also used in meat processing which has come under great criticism because of the potential over-use. Antibiotics in Farming Indoor farming industries regularly use antibiotics when processing meat. The drugs help farm animals...

Let's Be Ethical This Christmas

Food is an essential part of Christmas. Large dinner tables that are full to the brim are normal. Instinctively, we associate a large amount of food with a proper Christmas celebration. Everything is bought in bulk so that there’s enough for guests. Supermarket chains capitalise on this; creating deals and reducing prices so that customers are encouraged to buy in a non ethical way. We are more than likely buying without being conscious of what goes into the food and where it comes from. The Truth About Turkey People often get caught up in the traditions of Christmas. 87% of the British public are adamant that Christmas simply isn’t...