Ryan Shapiro

id on Hudson Valley Foie Gras. Activists Sarahjane Blum and Ryan Shapiro, who had openly rescued a number of injured ducks during their undercover operation, were arrested and charged with felony burg

Investigations at U.S. Foie Gras Farms: Animal Advocacy and Government Scrutiny— Confrontations and Law Enforcement Involvement

ivist Trespass: In early 2004, activists Sarahjane Blum and Ryan Shapiro conducted an undercover operation at HVFG, including an “open rescue” of ducks (removing sick birds for veterinary care)[1][2].

Legal Dossier: Foie Gras Farms (Hudson Valley, La Belle, Sonoma) – Litigation & Regulatory Record— Hudson Valley Foie Gras (HVFG) – Cases & Proceedings

Blum arrested after screening foie gras investigation film. Ryan Shapiro arraigned (Oct). Sept.: California SB 1520 signed – foie gras production/sales ban to begin 2012. Nov.: Blum & Shapiro plea dea

Legal Dossier: Foie Gras Farms (Hudson Valley, La Belle, Sonoma) – Litigation & Regulatory Record— Chronological Timeline of Major Events (Appendix Summary)

ivist Trespass: In early 2004, activists Sarahjane Blum and Ryan Shapiro conducted an undercover operation at HVFG, including an “open rescue” of ducks (removing sick birds for veterinary care)[1][2].

Legal Dossier: Foie Gras Farms (Hudson Valley, La Belle, Sonoma) – Litigation & Regulatory Record— Hudson Valley Foie Gras (HVFG) – Cases & Proceedings