Netherlands

Dutch farmers angry over measures to reduce nitrogen emissions

The Netherlands government unveiled mandate reductions of up to 70% of nitrogen oxides in many places and 95% in other areas to protect nature.

12 June 2022

Culture news

Denmark misusing 'feta' name on cheese exports, says EU court adviser

‘Feta’ can only be used only for cheese originating in the specified geographical area in Greece and complying with the relevant product specification."

18 March 2022

Earth News

Is potato milk the most sustainable dairy alternative yet?

Swedish brand DUG has created a new plant-based milk from potatoes and it's fighting for the low-carbon crown.

10 February 2022

Earth News

This company wants to pay you and your dog €9000 to go vegan

If you're prepared to go plant-based for three months with your dog, you could earn a hefty sum.

28 January 2022

Earth News

Oatly ads banned over misleading environmental claims

But one claim that food’s annual emissions could be cut by 49 per cent if the world went vegan was backed up by evidence.

27 January 2022

Earth News

Is this the end of cheese as we know it?

A select number of artisanal brands are trying to recreate the luxurious experience of a well-aged Gouda.

21 January 2022

Nature

This toy farm makes the reality of factory farming very clear

The Factory Farm Playset is designed to raise awareness of the inhumane conditions facing animals in factory farms.

13 November 2021

Netherlands

Rotterdam hosts world's first eco-friendly 'floating farm'

It houses 40 cows and doesn't need human personnel to process the milk.

6 September 2021

Earth News

Cheesed off? Controversial bill withdrawn from EU

Plant-based producers are celebrating after amendment 171, which would ban them from comparing their products with dairy on packaging, has been withdrawn from EU.

28 May 2021