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30 June, 2025
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Breakthrough: Denmark’s study on bow hunting effectiveness on large deer species
A thorough evaluation of the efficiency of bow hunting for large deer species ...
10 June, 2025
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Decisions in Brussels. Consequences in the Forest – We, the Hunters – Podcast Pilot
In the very first episode of We, the Hunters – a new podcast pilot from FACE...
03 June, 2025
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Turtle Dove hunting to reopen in the western flyway: A welcome move
After several years of work and four years of a hunting moratorium on the Turtle Dove in the western flyway, the European Commission has approved the reopening of hunting as all criteria have been met....
02 April, 2025
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Reducing conflicts through management: Large Carnivores high on the agenda for Europe’s hunters
This week, representatives from national hunting associations across 30 countries gathered in Zagreb to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Croatian Hunting Federation in conjunction with the FACE Members’ Meeting...
27 March, 2025
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Global Ambassador Award for Torbjörn Larsson, Honorary President of FACE
Torbjörn Larsson received the prestigious “Dr. Vito Genco Shooting Ambassador Award” ...
26 February, 2025
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Europe’s largest hunting fair JAGD & HUND Germany: Brussels policy hot on the agenda
The JAGD & HUND fair – the largest hunting exhibition in Europe – opened this week...
31 January, 2025
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Europe’s Hunting Sector in 2025: Future expectations and industry impacts
FACE's annual event dedicated to the private sector.....
14 January, 2025
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Addressing Invasive Alien Species: The urgent need for enhanced actions
The report warns that IAS are becoming a serious threat to nature, ecosystems, and human well-being. ...
02 December, 2024
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RFEC President receives the “Diana” award for his work in Europe
European Game Meat Week 2024 has marked an exceptional collaboration among FACE Members ...
15 November, 2024
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Members of the European Parliament Savor the Taste of Game Meat
European Game Meat Week 2024 has marked an exceptional collaboration among FACE Members ...
12 November, 2024
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European Game Meat Week: Celebrating Sustainable and Healthy Food
FACE in partnership with its Members across Europe, is excited to announce the launch of European Game Meat Week...
04 November, 2024
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FACE General Assembly in Brussels appoints Laurens Hoedemaker as New President
This week, the leaders of Europe's national hunting associations, representing over 7 million hunters, met in Brussels for the FACE General Assembly. ...
26 September, 2024
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Malta’s finch research project: What did the European Court say?
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25 September, 2024
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Special Recognition for FACE President, Torbjörn Larsson at DJV General Assembly
The German Hunting Association DJV...
27 July, 2024
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Complaint submitted to European Commission over hunting ban in Spanish national park
A complaint has been submitted to the European...
10 June, 2024
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High Acceptance of Hunting and Knowledge Among Romanian Youth
A recent survey unveiled significant insights into the public perception in Romania...
08 June, 2024
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Conservation Champions: Estonia’s Resounding Support for Sustainable Hunting
A recent survey unveiled significant insights into the public perception in Estonia...
26 April, 2024
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French Say “Oui” to Hunting: New Survey Reveals Majority Support
A recent survey conducted by YouGov unveiled significant insights into the French public’s perception...
18 March, 2024
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FACE Communication Experts Met in Salzburg
On 23 February 2024, the FACE Communications Working Group met for an insightful event in Salzburg (Austria)...
01 March, 2024
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FACE Commends Austria’s Role in Improving Acceptance of Hunting
The survey also sheds light on the global significance of hunting in conservation, particularly addressing the contentious issue of trophy hunting. ...
23 February, 2024
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Bad news for biodiversity on farmland
With more than 1,000 tractors outside the EU headquarters, farmers from Belgium, Germany, France, the Netherlands, and other Member States are protesting to make their voices heard...
01 February, 2024
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New Survey Sheds Light on European Acceptance of So-Called “Trophy” Hunting
A survey conducted by YouGov has unveiled a significant acceptance of international hunting...
24 January, 2024
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Over 70% of Spanish People Accept Hunting: New Survey Shows Public Opinion
A new study conducted by YouGov for FACE and the Royal Spanish Hunting Federation has revealed that 70% of Spaniards accept regulated hunting...
18 January, 2024
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New Survey Shows Overwhelmingly Positive Public Attitude Towards Hunting in Belgium
A recent public survey commissioned by Hubertus Vereniging Vlaanderen (HVV) and the Royal Saint-Hubert Club de Belgique (RSHCB), has uncovered...
10 January, 2024
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