Animal rights group PETA is calling on organisers of the World Black Pudding Throwing Championships to change how the food used in the event is handled. According to the reports, PETA argues that it is wrong for “blood and fat” from pigs to be thrown as part of the competition, describing the practice as being done “for a bit of fun.” The group is urging organisers to use vegan alternatives instead of traditional black pudding. The articles also note that PETA has previously pushed for rebranding efforts in the food festival space, including a request for a mackerel festival in Wales to be renamed to a cabbage festival. Overall, the coverage centers on PETA’s demand that the championships adopt vegan substitutes and address animal welfare concerns linked to using pork-based ingredients in the event.