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What happened with the images from Swedish pig factories?
Public outrage, animal‑welfare inspections, and silence from the politicians. Here’s what happened with Project 1882’s images from inside Swedish pig factories.
Factory farming fuels yet another avian flu outbreak
A new outbreak of avian influenza has been confirmed at a chicken breeding facility in Sweden, where approximately 50,000 birds have been culled. Project 1882 argues that factory farming must be phased out in favor of a transition to plant-based food production.
Large turnout at the protest in Brussels for an EU ban on fur farming
The European Commission appears to be leaning towards stricter regulations rather than an all-out ban on fur farms. A protest was therefore held in Brussels to remind the Commission that a ban is the only right way forward.
Strong public support in Sweden for phasing out fast-growing chicken breeds
A new public opinion survey by Project 1882 shows that a majority of voters in Sweden support a ban on fast-growing chicken breeds. With national elections taking place in Sweden this year, this should be an obvious policy commitment for political parties that claim to prioritise animal welfare.
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Project 1882 calls for a ban on animal transport to the Middle East
In a letter, Project 1882 urges the EU Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare to immediately halt the export of live animals to Israel and neighbouring countries. The organization warns that animals are being transported directly into war zones.
The veggie burger stays, but the EU bans 31 meat‑related terms
The EU institutions have reached a preliminary agreement that stops a ban on well‑established names such as veggie burger and veggie sausage. At the same time, 31 other meat‑related terms are reserved exclusively for animal‑based products, including “bacon”, “steak” and “chicken”. The agreement must be formally approved by both the Council of Ministers and the European Parliament before it can enter into force.
What happened with the images from Swedish pig factories?
Public outrage, animal‑welfare inspections, and silence from the politicians. Here’s what happened with Project 1882’s images from inside Swedish pig factories.
Helsinki goes plant-based
Helsinki is taking a major step toward reducing both climate impact and animal suffering. The city has decided that by 2030 it will cut its public-sector purchases of meat and dairy products by half – and instead increase the share of plant-based meals.
Sweden’s chicken industry under fire
Despite revelations of serious animal welfare issues, Frankenchickens and parent birds in Sweden continue to be subjected to extensive suffering...
Frankenchickens and parent birds in Sweden continue to be subjected to extensive suffering...
Factory farms
Nowhere in the world are there more animals than on factory farms. They are treated as products, even though they are sentient individuals with their own interests and needs. Project 1882 is working to change this through public education, political advocacy and partnering with businesses. We work for a future without factory farms.