Whether you`re vegan, an aspiring vegan or just vegan curious, there`s only one place to be on Saturday 1st November 2008! The West Midlands Vegan Festival in Wolverhampton will make World Vegan Day 2008 a day to remember!!

Salty ham and bacon are keeping us healthy, according to meat firms protesting new salt-reduction targets.

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A report released by the Scottish Agricultural College (SAC) yesterday highlighted the dramatic decline in sheep numbers in the Scottish hills. The report revealed that stocks have dipped dramatically since 1999, most notably in the north-west, with many areas seeing a reduction of between 35% and 60%.

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Monkeys and apes are trying to tell us something. After all, some of the non-human primates that share 98.5% of our genetic code can and do talk to us.

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The musician shares tips for making the most of a small New York City kitchen, discusses veganism, and makes a delicious breakfast.

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VEGAN and vegetarian society has been set up by a handful of young people in Grantham.

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Barack Obama’s thoughts on factory farming.

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The Court of Appeal has today issued a ruling giving researchers the power to choose what information they reveal to the public about animal experiments - delivering a devastating blow to reasoned debate about this controversial subject and a major step backwards in a democracy.

Fruits and vegetables contain essential vitamins, minerals and fiber that are key to good health. Now, a newly released study by Agricultural Research Service (ARS)-funded scientists suggests plant foods also may help preserve muscle mass in older men and women.

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