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From Seed to Harvest: Growing Our Way with Fun and Fresh Produce
“From seedlings to harvest, it has been amazing to see how much everything has grown. As well as all of our progress, from 3 months ago until today.” Watching our community garden come to life has been such a rewarding journey. What started as tiny seedlings transformed into fresh, vibrant produce that we are beginning […]
Plants ‘Hear’ Bees: Boosting Vegan Gardening with Science
Fascinating new research reveals that plants may “hear” bees buzzing and respond by producing more nectar. This breakthrough study suggests that the vibration of pollinators’ wings triggers a biological response in certain flowers, especially beneficial to bees and butterflies. For vegan gardeners and environmentalists, this discovery reinforces the importance of planting pollinator-friendly species like lavender, […]
Can Electricity Be Vegan? A New Frontier in Ethical Living
A growing number of consumers are exploring whether electricity can be vegan. The question arises from concerns about how energy is sourced, some providers may support animal agriculture through investments, or rely on non-renewable energy that harms wildlife habitats. Vegan energy suppliers aim to provide 100% renewable electricity while aligning with ethical and cruelty-free principles. […]
UK’s Vegan Coffee Milk Alternatives Market Is Booming
We are officially obsessed with dairy-free coffee. Non-dairy alternatives are flying off the shelves, with Western Europe’s market expected to hit £2.7 billion by 2035. We are leading the charge, thanks to plant-based demand and our love of variety of coffees. More people are switching to oat, almond, soy and coconut blends, not just for […]
Smart Meters Are Low-Key a Green Win
Smart meters might sound questionable yet they’re actually a big deal for the environment. Here in the UK, swapping to one can help you track your energy use in real time, which makes it easier to cut down on waste. Less waste means fewer emissions, and that’s amazing for the planet. They also help the […]
Gardening Club: Sunday 29th June 2025 at 10.30am
Come hang out with us this Sunday 29th at 10.30am in the JVS Garden for a gardening session. We’ll be planting veggies, doing a bit of weeding, watering and just enjoying the space together. It is totally free and a great way to relax, get stuck into nature and meet some like minded people. Spaces […]
Brits ditch palm oil, kind of
Reportedly, 60% of Brits are trying to avoid palm oil (good start), but over 80% of us don’t actually know the difference between “sustainable” and regular palm oil. Bit awkward. Palm oil is in everything. From snacks, shampoo, even peanut butter. Farming it can seriously wreck rainforests. The issue is even “sustainable” palm oil has […]
15 June 25, Gardening Club: Had the best time on Sunday with an amazing group of volunteers!!
We built a raised bed completely from scratch using recycled bits, cleared and prepped the space surrounded by wildflowers, and learnt lots about the no dig method, soil and compost. Planted some rainbow chard, beetroot and sunflower seedlings, all home grown. Wrapped it all up with a chilled picnic in the sun. Such fun and […]
Natalie Portman “Veganism is ‘Basic Empathy’…” and She’s So Right
Earlier in the week, I shared snippets from a recent interview with Natalie Portman. Adding to that, she said something so real on the pod. She called veganism “basic empathy.” Like, not some big moral flex, just… treating animals and the planet with kindness. She even linked it to social justice. It’s the kind of […]
Veganism is Saving Lives (Literally Billions)
Here’s a wild stat: over 1.2 billion land animals are killed for food every year in the UK. That’s billion with a B. Animal Aid’s reminding us that going vegan isn’t just a diet, it’s a lifesaver. Swapping your burger for a bean wrap might not feel like much, but collectively, it’s a game-changer for […]