Hoe “dierzaam” is duurzame veehouderij?

Zowel de maatschappij als de politiek tonen steeds meer betrokkenheid bij het welzijn van dieren in de veehouderij. Ironisch genoeg zijn het net deze twee partijen die de huidige industrie, met zijn megastallen en goedkope vleesproductie, in stand houden. Ze worden daarbij geholpen door de aanzienlijke invloed van de Europese landbouwlobby. Lees het volledige verhaal

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Elections 2024: Despite many debates and mutual mistrust, Belgian government is standing its ground

When the Covid-19 pandemic hit Belgium, the country had been trying to form a government for months. It finally emerged in October 2020, with seven political parties signing a sketchy coalition agreement. This agreement contained statements that were open to debate – as has transpired in the years since. The government came to power 494

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Equestrian foundation aims to make sport more animal-friendly and socially accepted

Societal attitudes towards equestrian sport are changing as people become more aware of the industry’s impact on horse welfare. That’s why the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI), the governing body of equestrian sport, is planning positive action to ensure the future of the sport. The FEI, headed by Belgian Ingmar De Vos, organises international competitions worldwide,

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