There’s a recently released climate change film that I’m urging everyone to watch at the moment. It neatly weaves together people and plots with science and politics, and is clearly designed to appeal to an audience of unusual suspects. It made me despair, but it also focused my mind. However, I’m not talking about the Age of Stupid, but a two-part drama made for BBC2. (more…)

In December, the Fairtrade Labelling Organisation (FLO) announced new Fairtrade standards for soybeans and pulses. This is particularly exciting news for vegetarians and vegans who can now expect a (small) wave of FAIRTRADE-marked chickpea, lentil, soya and other bean products to appear on our shelves over the next year. Personally I will be lobbying hard to be able to enjoy a fully Fairtrade falafel and houmous wrap before the end of the summer.

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