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Truth About Fur, voice of the North American fur trade

Truth About Fur, voice of the North American fur trade

Truth About Fur – The Blog is an opinionated and free-wheeling new voice for the North American fur trade. This blog is a place for open discussions about the ecological, social and even philosophical dimensions of fur in our society. We will also address criticisms head-on, challenging some of the unfair misconceptions about our trade that some animal activists continue to propagate. All our guest bloggers are real people who make their living in the modern fur trade – as farmers and trappers, or in auctions, processing, design and fabrication or marketing. Please read, share and comment. We only ask that if you comment on the post, please do so with respect. We hope you enjoy Truth About Fur – The Blog. For more information about the North American fur trade, please visit our website, Truth About Fur. – Alan Herscovici, Senior Researcher, Truth About Fur

British Columbia Fur Design School to Stress First Nations Roots
Cultural Heritage, Design & Fashion, Trapping & Hunting January 20, 2021 February 16, 2021

British Columbia Fur Design School to Stress First Nations Roots

A fresh opportunity is coming soon for future designers to receive a holistic education on working with fur, against a backdrop of its cultural…

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Canadian Fur Trade Unites for Design Competition
Design & Fashion, Environment & Conservation November 19, 2020 December 4, 2020

Canadian Fur Trade Unites for Design Competition

In response to an unexpected shortage this year of opportunities for aspiring fur designers, the Canadian fur trade has launched a whole new competition….

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Fur Retailing Is a Family Affair
Design & Fashion September 17, 2020 October 2, 2020

Fur Retailing Is a Family Affair

Like so many in the industry, Dan Kahnert’s relationship with fur is a family affair. “My great-grandfather learned the fur trade in Germany and…

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“Time to Slow Down!”                The Making of IFF’s Sustainability Campaign
Design & Fashion, Environment & Conservation September 10, 2020 October 2, 2020

“Time to Slow Down!” The Making of IFF’s Sustainability Campaign

With the slogan #Reconnect – Time to Slow Down, a new campaign by the International Fur Federation urges designers, independent brands, fashion groups as…

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Happy 4th of July to the American Fur Trade!
Cultural Heritage, Design & Fashion, Environment & Conservation, Farming, Trapping & Hunting July 4, 2020 August 27, 2020

Happy 4th of July to the American Fur Trade!

The American fur trade played an important role in the country’s history, and continues to provide employment for thousands of citizens today. In celebration…

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Canada Day 2020: Celebrating Our Living Fur Heritage
Cultural Heritage, Design & Fashion, Environment & Conservation, Farming, Trapping & Hunting June 25, 2020 December 26, 2020

Canada Day 2020: Celebrating Our Living Fur Heritage

HAPPY CANADA DAY 2020! On the first day of July each year, we celebrate the uniting of three British colonies – the Province of Canada, Nova…

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Fur Industry Sues San Francisco
Animal Rights, Cultural Heritage, Environment & Conservation, Morality & Ethics, Political Campaigns January 15, 2020 February 17, 2020

Fur Industry Sues San Francisco

City’s Fur Ban an “Unconstitutional Attack on Consumer Rights” The International Fur Federation (IFF) has launched litigation to prevent San Francisco from implementing a…

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HSUS and PETA: Top Fur Ban Proponents Not Credible
Animal Rights, Misinformation, Political Campaigns May 25, 2019 February 21, 2020

HSUS and PETA: Top Fur Ban Proponents Not Credible

As proposals to ban fur retail in California and New York grind their way through their respective political processes, two giants of the animal…

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Fur Jeweller Wants to Support First Nations Trappers
Cultural Heritage, Design & Fashion, Trapping & Hunting May 2, 2019 February 21, 2020

Fur Jeweller Wants to Support First Nations Trappers

In this age of mass-produced, imported goods, textile artist and jewellery designer Vanessa Ægirsdóttir belongs to a growing band of people who want more…

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