It’s not about encouraging people to become vegetarian or to give up meat for life. Rather it aims to raise awareness of factory farming and reduce meat consumption.
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Meat Free Week “lacks compassion” for farmers
Meat Free Week, which kicked off yesterday and encourages Australians to abstain from eating meat for seven days, is an ill-thought campaign which should be ignored, says NSW Farmers.
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Live export ban has scarred trading relationships: Elders
A change of government is needed to restore the trading relationship between Australia and Indonesia, with 2011's live export ban having lasting - and damaging - effects, said Elders' Malcolm Jackman.
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The hosemeat saga explained [infographic]
This infographic goes back to basics, explaining how this whole sorry story started, and which countries have been hardest hit.
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‘As a matter of fact, I’ve got it now’: alcohol advertising and sport
A visitor to Australian shores would be forgiven for thinking that sport is a subsidiary of the alcohol, fast food and gambling industries.
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Horse meat scandal continues to spread
The recent horse meat scandal which has seen various meat products pulled from the shelves in Europe and the UK, has spread to Asia, with an imported lasagne product recalled from ParknShop retailers.
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Nestle Australia commits to sustainable cocoa
Nestle Australia has announced that all of its chocolates is now independently certified to ensure cocoa is sourced and produced sustainably and on farms with humane working conditions.
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Coca-Cola Amatil boss enters supermarket debate
Terry Davis, chief executive at Coca-Cola Amatil has announced his support for the ACCC's investigation into alleged bullying tactics by the supermarkets, but insists the government needs to step in too.
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Goldman Sachs accused of profiting from food crisis
Speculating on food prices saw investment banking firm Goldman Sachs pocket more than one billion pounds in 2012, reigniting the controversy surrounding banks profiting from the global food crisis.
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Meatworkers, especially women, prone to violence: study
A new study has found that when compared to farmers, meatworkers had a significantly higher propensity for violence, with those in meat processing tending to display more negative attitudes towards animals.
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Factory farming focus during Meat Free Week
Australians are being urged to give up meat for a week in March, in an attempt to discourage consumers from buying protein sourced from factory farms.
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Pepe’s Ducks fined $400,000 for false claims
The Federal Court has handed down its decision in the Pepe’s Ducks ‘open range’ saga, ordering the company to pay $400,000 in penalties.
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Animal cruelty in Israeli abattoir reignites live export debate
A video showing Israeli abattoir workers poking cattle in the eyes and genitals with an electric prodder has reignited the live export debate in Australia.
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Battery cages phased out by 2022: NZ
New Zealand has committed to phasing out battery cages for egg-laying hens, under a new code of animal welfare released by the government.
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V launches family-sized bottle
Energy drink V has launched a family-size 1.2L bottle and despite marketing it as a "share bottle", health professionals are concerned about its effects on children.
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Food brands famed and shamed at advertising awards [videos]
Kellogg's, Hungry Jack's and Chupa Chups have had their digital advertising slammed by advocacy group, The Parents' Jury, with each taking out a title at the recent Fame and Shame Awards.
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Trademark loophole leads to misleading health claims: Choice
Food manufacturers are able to market their products as being fresh, healthy or natural when this may not be the case, a Choice study has found.
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Woolworths fast food court opposed by residents, Heart Foundation
Plans by supermarket giant Woolworths to develop a centre food court for fast food chains is facing opposition from local residents and the Heart Foundation.
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John West hits back over place on Greenpeace sustainable tuna list
John West tuna owner Simplot has responded to its negative listing on the Greenpeace canned tuna guide 2012, saying it “has been working towards improving the sustainability of John West’s products for many years.”
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Nestlé buying additional 5 300 tonnes of Fairtrade cocoa
Nestle UK and Ireland has pledged to double its commitment to Fairtrade making its two-fingered Kit Kat bar certified by January.
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