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How did we become Serial Munchers?

Published on Thursday, 14 April 2011 10:09 Category: General

Eating my breakfast this morning, I suddenly wondered where the idea of cold milk and cornflakes came from? Across the Western world, billions of people start their day with a bowl of the crunchy stuff – pretty standard. But like sandwiches and packets of crisps, the concept of a...

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Barn art, Bansky Style!

Published on Saturday, 9 April 2011 19:17 Category: General

Ever seen a grafittied cow? Most people have seen one of the famous ‘Cow Parade’ painted cows, but few know that the scuptures make up the largest public art event in the world. Over fifty cities have hosted the project since its beginning, and 5,000 local artists have participated....

Skipping into Spring!

Published on Monday, 4 April 2011 12:30 Category: General

Yesterday cows at our farm in Hertfordshire were let out for the first time after being brought into the barns last October. During the winter they are kept protected from the elements, and though they have ample space and light, nothing compares to being able to roam free in...

Choices, choices, choices…

Published on Thursday, 1 July 2010 15:24 Category: General

Buying organic milk is a strong message to the dairy industry, but so is buying dairy alternatives.

Beware the Milk-Wash

Published on Sunday, 6 June 2010 13:52 Category: General

As consumers become more and more aware of the consequences of their purchases, it is becoming increasingly fashionable for corporations to associate "ethical consumerism" with their brand name. It is no more than an advertising campaign which lies for the sake of profit.

Dairy Farming that Costs the Earth

Published on Tuesday, 18 May 2010 18:57 Category: General

In a society where consumption of animal products is growing at an astonishing rate, it is absolutely vital that we re-think the way we rear our livestock – unless the entire world is willing to convert to veganism.

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