Avian flu: fur farming is a public health risk, say scientists

“We are playing with fire” ‘The biggest risk is the continuing existence of fur farms’ “I think the public health risk is so high, it outweighs any benefits of having such farms” “Plenty of animals can move in and out of mink farms. Birds and bats fly in, cats and rats also. Even if people are very careful, nature can do the trick” We are playing with fire.” ‘The biggest
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Herno bans animal fur its collections

In line with the stylistic choice already announced last year, and with what was presented at Pitti in January and shortly during MILANO COLLEZIONI DONNA, Herno confirms that it has joined the Fur Free Retailer international standard, undertaking not to use and market animal fur. Simone Pavesi, Head of LAV Animal Free Fashion Area. “LAV applauds Herno’s ethical and sustainable decision to phase out animal fur, forever. Italian and global
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2023 begins with the California fur ban

On January 1 2023, California’s historic ban on the sale and manufacturing of new animal fur products took effect, making California the first state in the USA to take this action against the cruel and unnecessary fur trade. The bill, AB44, was authored by state assembly member Laura Friedman, and applies to all new clothing, handbags, shoes and other items made with fur. Those found breaking the law could face
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‘SLAY’ documentary exposes the cruel fur fashion industry

The new documentary SLAY follows filmmaker Rebecca Cappelli as she exposes the fur, wool and leather fashion industry for its greenwashing and cruel treatment of animals. Produced by Keegan Kuhn (known for his work on What the Health and Cowspiracy), it features past footage from Respect for Animals detailing the fur trapping industry. Respect for Animals also advised on the project from the earliest stages. From Europe to China, SLAY
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FUR INDUSTRY LAUNCHES RIVAL EU PETITION

In a clear sign that the fur industry is seriously worried that we will successfully ban fur across the EU, they have developed their own ECI. Despite the named promoters and all the declared funding coming from the fur trade itself, the word ‘fur’ is only mentioned once. Instead, the initiative calls to for ‘protection of rural heritage’ across the EU. The attempts of the fur trade to hide the
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Respect for Animals speaks at fashion event in China

In October 2022, Respect for Animals took part in ACTAsia’s Compassion In Fashion Forum, which, for the first time, was a part of Shenzhen Fashion Week. The event was organised by our close colleagues ACTAsia, a group that campaigns against fur in China. Richard Bissett from Respect for Animals remotely presented our findings about the environmental impact of the fur industry, in from of attendees in Shenzhen and thousands of
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Latvia bans fur farming

In the final and deciding vote, the Parliament of Latvia, known as Saeima, supported a complete ban on the breeding of fur animals in Latvia, which will enter into force in 2028. Over the last 10 years, the animal rights association “Dzīvnieku brīvība” has campaigned for the ban on fur farming, backed by 42 thousand people and 50 non-governmental organizations, who have all signed an open letter to the Saeima.
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ACT NOW: A Fur Free Europe Is Within Our Grasp

DONATE HERE TO HELP END THE CRUEL FUR TRADE IN EUROPE A new European Citizens Initiative (ECI) calling for a ban on fur farming, as well as the placing on the market of fur products is now under way. EU citizens (not UK citizens) can sign the initiative here: Sign for a Fur Free Europe This is one of the most important animal welfare campaigns in history. We could, quite
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Breeding of mink banned by Bulgaria

6 June 2022: In the latest confirmation that fur is not green, the Bulgarian Environment Minister Borislav Sandov has announced a ban on the breeding and import of American Mink. The ban, introduced on the grounds of protecting native biodiversity, will lead to the closure of Bulgaria’s last remaining fur farm. The prohibition on mink fur farming will enter into force after its publication in the State Gazette. Sandov, Minister
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Only 1% of Denmark’s fur farmers want to restart mink farming

The fur industry has sunk into a new crisis with the news that Danish mink breeders have turned their backs on the cruel fur industry. The farmers were forced to cull their animals over fears a Covid-19 mutation could pose a risk to human health. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (FVST) confirmed that only 13 breeders had applied for the compensation that would allow them to potentially continue breeding
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