January Compassionate World Blog Round Up
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On Jane Goodall’s legacy of hope, why soil matters in Earth’s recovery, how your action transformed the lives of animals and our planet, plus lots more news and stories.
Opinion Articles
- There’s a glaring omission in the SNP’s climate change plan. Why are they so scared?
The Scottish Government appears gripped by political hesitancy over persuading people to eat a healthier and more climate friendly diet - Ending the cruellest practices in farming makes financial as well as moral sense
High animal welfare standards are increasingly a mark of quality in global food markets - Jane Goodall’s legacy of hope in a fragile world
Intensive farming, not sewage, is the biggest threat to our waterways – and it’s time for action - Sewage in rivers is a real problem. But it’s not even the biggest source of pollution
Intensive farming, not sewage, is the biggest threat to our waterways – and it’s time for action - Why Soil Is the Frontline of Earth’s Recovery
The COP30 climate change summit in Brazil highlighted the importance of the Amazon to us all
Blogs
- THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF ANIMALS
Why our connection with animals matters more than ever - AI Surveillance in the Barn – what does it mean for Animal Welfare?
6 Like on Social: As many of you know, Leah Garcés recently returned to Compassion in World Farming as our Global Ambassador. Formerly our first executive director in the US and more recently, CEO at Mercy for Animals, we have… Read more: AI Surveillance in the Barn – what does it mean for Animal Welfare? - THE FARMER WHO UNLEARNED ‘MODERN’ AGRICULTURE
2 Like on Social: Why one farmer’s decision to keep cows and calves together changed everything Rain hammered down outside as a black-and-white calf entered the world. He lay on a bed of straw while his mother licked him clean,… Read more: THE FARMER WHO UNLEARNED ‘MODERN’ AGRICULTURE - My life on a legendary soap
I’ve known Graham Harvey for many years and long admired his gift for spotting pioneers long before others do - WHAT BIG CHICKEN DOESN’T WANT YOU TO SEE
4 Like on Social: A comedian’s quest for answers reveals what lies behind cheap chicken Would you put your health on the line to make a point? Well, comedian Mo Gilligan did just that for his new Netflix documentary Big… Read more: WHAT BIG CHICKEN DOESN’T WANT YOU TO SEE - WELCOMING COMPASSION’S NEW GLOBAL AMBASSADOR, LEAH GARCES
I am pleased to announce the return of Leah Garcés to Compassion in World Farming as our Global Ambassador.
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Upcoming Speaker Events
- 21st March 2026: In conversation with Chris Packham CBE, Oxford Literary Festival, Oxford
- 21st March, 2026: A panel comprised of Chris Packham CBE, Issy Tree and Philip will be discussing the value of Nature
- 27th May, 2026 at 4pm: Hay Festival: Philip will be speaking alongside Deborah Meaden and Andy Cato on a panel chaired by Sean Fletcher
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