Transport of sick dairy cows exposed

Viva!’s White Lies campaigners regularly cooperate with the group Żywy Towar (Animal Trafficking) to inspect the transport of live animals in Poland, in cooperation with the Road Transport inspection Service They document the condition of the animals and vehicles and report irregularities to the authorities

On July 12, 2022, Viva! activists stopped a suspicious-looking cattle lorry, whose driver tried to escape but was detained He claimed he was transporting only three animals but we discovered three more hidden behind a screen They were fitted with belts, which confirmed our fears that these sick animals did not have the strength to climb into the vehicle but had been forcibly dragged on to it Their condition was agonising

Police and veterinary inspectors were called and the suffering of the animals ended with immediate euthanasia Transporting animals that cannot stand on their own is prohibited it turned out that one of the animals was not only very ill but had recently calved

The driver has been charged with animal abuse and the authorities are investigating the places where the cattle came from.

All dairy cows suffer greatly because of the demands made of them and getting sick animals to slaughter is about obtaining money for them rather than losing out if they have to be killed on farm it is an ongoing problem

Viva!’s V Mark certificate is awarded products that contain no animal ingredients and where none were u in the production process; are not tested on animals and do not conta palm oil By the end of November, 2022, 119 new products were enroll the scheme now totalling 1,396 cosmetics and groceries – 1268 having extended their participation Nine had received our international license

Hugely popular with passers-by was our celebration of World Vegan Day when local volunteer groups served free vegan food tastings in several cities as part of our Go Veg campaign. Activists talked about veganism and encouraged people to join the plant-based challenge (Go Veg for 30 days). Delights on offer included zucchini or chickpea chops, smoked crispy tofu and pumpkin pie.

EAT BETTER, LIVE BETTER

Aimed at high school students, Vivazdrowie (Viva!Health) has focused on nutritional education lectures with the campaign Eat Better, Live Better it promotes healthy habits such as good nutrition, proper sleep, physical activity and mental health and following the lectures, students can have dietary consultations

Other events are aimed at seniors and include lectures, plant-based cookery workshops, individual dietary consultations and body composition measurements. There is a guide detailing the principles of healthy eating and which include recipes for healthy, plant-based cuisine. Participants get a taste of great vegan cuisine by preparing several delicious dishes during a practical workshop.