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I can’t find your comment about your response about the science regarding livestock farming but wanted to ask you, can you explain to me in a way most people can understand where the flaws are in coming to a conclusion that large scale livestock farming is unsustainable? Another thought to consider about continuing this course of continu…
I can’t find your comment about your response about the science regarding livestock farming but wanted to ask you, can you explain to me in a way most people can understand where the flaws are in coming to a conclusion that large scale livestock farming is unsustainable? Another thought to consider about continuing this course of continuing to consume large amount of meat and other animal products is, wouldn’t it be easier on workers to process plants rather than stand in an inch or more of blood and look at corpses all day, when it has been proven eating this is not a biological necessity? Except in times of desperation of course.
From an ecological standpoint, it’s important to ask where your food comes from. Do you know where your food comes from?
Plant based versus meat is not a meaningful distinction. There are too many variations in each theme. Either can be destructive and either can be regenerative.
If you plow a field, this process kills thousands of animals per acre, actually millions of animals per acre.
I am not thrilled that an animal has to die to feed me, but where does vegan food come from? Is it ethical? Sustainable? Regenerative?
Annual crops grown in tilled soil and/or grown with chemical pesticides and fertilizers are terrible for the environment, including lots of animals.
I feel better eating meat, milk and eggs where the animals are humanely raised. I consume meat with sadness, respect and gratitude.
And I try to eat meat that was raised locally, regeneratively and humanely. That part is very important. But it’s a growth area. Progress not perfection.
From an ecological standpoint, it’s important to ask where your food comes from. Do you know where your food comes from?
Plant based versus meat is not a meaningful distinction. There are too many variations in each theme. Either can be destructive and either can be regenerative.
If you plow a field, this process kills thousands of animals per acre, actually millions of animals per acre.
I am not thrilled that an animal has to die to feed me, but where does vegan food come from? Is it ethical? Sustainable? Regenerative?
Annual crops grown in tilled soil and/or grown with chemical pesticides and fertilizers are terrible for the environment, including lots of animals.
I feel better eating meat, milk and eggs where the animals are humanely raised.
I am in support of regenerative agriculture as are you and I respect and appreciate the work you are doing. I certainly don’t want you to feel resentful with my comments, I am sorry if I came off that way.If I could afford it I would eat organic, so I’m far from living all my principles. We can definitely improve welfare for farmed animals but from seeing videos by Earthling Ed or Plant based news, investigations are showing maintaining high welfare standards for farm animals are not reliable. I am not trying to sound morally superior, only trying to offer an idea which I think would be in harmony with your goals and beliefs. It was your concern for the planet which opened the door for me. Veganism like any particular cause is not the be all or end all or the only solution but is an enormous contribution to the world and is better for your health if one has a plant based source of B12, fresh produce, whole grains and beans.
I am not at all offended by your comments. I am glad we can talk about it.
That kind of amazes me, having done this for so long I am used to feeling resented. I am admittedly an extremist. It used to bother me because years ago it seemed like being called that would help you be perceived as dangerous or not worth listening to, now I know they’re right. Even if my ideas don’t cause you to change what or how you eat, it doesn’t detract from the good you’re doing.
If you want to continue the conversation via Zoom or email let me know.
Thank you. I respect people who choose to be vegan. Actually my best friend is vegan. He listens respectfully you me and vice versa. I would never consider changing his choices or commitments. My concerns are ecological in nature.