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Cake day: February 28th, 2025

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  • Oh, you still need more information. Sure.

    Baby Formula Controversy: One of the most well-known controversies involves Nestlé’s marketing of baby formula in developing countries. Critics argue that aggressive marketing tactics have led to the decline in breastfeeding, which can have serious health consequences for infants in areas with limited access to clean water and proper hygiene.

    Water Privatization: Nestlé has been criticized for its water bottling practices, particularly in areas where water is scarce. The company has faced backlash for extracting water from local aquifers and selling it at a profit, often in regions where access to clean water is a significant issue.

    Palm Oil Deforestation: Nestlé has been implicated in the deforestation of rainforests in countries like Indonesia and Malaysia for palm oil production. This has led to habitat destruction, loss of biodiversity, and contributions to climate change.

    Child Labor: There have been allegations of child labor in the cocoa industry, which supplies Nestlé with a significant portion of its cocoa. Despite efforts to address the issue, child labor remains a persistent problem in the cocoa-growing regions of West Africa.

    Labor Practices: Nestlé has faced criticism for labor practices in its supply chain, including low wages, poor working conditions, and lack of worker rights in various countries.

    Environmental Impact: The company has been criticized for its environmental practices, including pollution, waste management, and the use of non-renewable resources. For example, Nestlé has been involved in controversies related to plastic waste and its impact on marine life.

    Land Grabbing: Nestlé has been accused of land grabbing in various countries, where it acquires large tracts of land for agricultural purposes, often displacing local communities and small farmers.



  • I’m certain that the area you live in is absolutely wonderful and just, but that is not the case for every area. There are companies that do profit from the starvation of others, which is exactly what this post is about.

    So you gushing over your area and its markets does not mean that everyone is so lucky, nor that starvation for profit does not exist.