How death threats to farmers by militant vegans are on the rise.Death threats to farmers by militant vegans have been on the rise in recent weeks. Protesters have also trespassed and vandalised farms with graffiti.Threats from activists are becoming such a problem that the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers has met counter-terror police to plan a response.Pig farmers have reported being woken up at night by activists, and battling vegan activism is one of the National Pig Association's priorities for 2018.