I agree that there is some hypocrisy when it comes to the whole fur/meat conversation. As I see it, nowadays fur is purely for aesthetic purposes as there are a multitude of other materials that you can use to keep warm. Therefore, there is no need to kill the animal. Meat, on the other hand, is necessary for nutrients and energy. Whilst there are supplements you can take, you can never completely replace meat in a diet.
The fur trade also promotes poaching, whereas, at least in the UK, the meat industry is far more regulated, ensuring the overall longevity of a species.