The Piedmont Area Vegan Educators (PAVE) have developed an informative presentation titled “Plant Power vs Power Plant: What We Consume and the Environment,” which they’ve used as the basis for talks with local environmental organizations. The presentation clearly and concisely lays out the facts and issues of our food and lifestyle choices and their relationship to the environment. PAVE graciously agreed to share it with the VegFund community as a valuable resource for all vegan advocates.
differnet fish forming systems commonly used in the world for rearing of aquatic organisms from fry, fingerling stage to adults at morketable size in selected aquatic ecosystem(pond, reservoir, tank, raceways, pens, cages, integration with other synergetic crops) site for cultivable desired aquatic fish species.
Carp is one of the main species of China's aquaculture industry, forming 13 percent of its farmed fish output. Because of their wide adaptability, carp can be farmed in an extensive variety of regions. However, in recent years their quality in China has declined. With the blind pursuit of production volumes and backward steps in breeding management technology, many problems have appeared in carp aquaculture.
The Food We Eat and its Impact on the Environment by Nick PendergrastNickPendergrast
You can listen to the audio from this talk here: https://archive.org/details/EnvironmentNP
Information about the speaker, Nick Pendergrast:
Teaches Sociology at Melbourne University and has multiple academic publications.
More information: https://theconversation.com/profiles/nick-pendergrast-5089
This was the 3rd talk from event The Food We Eat: Its Impacts on Environments and Bodies. This event was held in Townsville, Australia: https://www.facebook.com/events/991954167607453/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%222%22%2C%22ref_dashboard_filter%22%3A%22past%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D
You can listen to the 1st and 2nd talks from this event here:
Samara Grumberg: The Food We Eat and its Impact on Human Health: https://archive.org/details/HealthSG
James Aspey: The Food We Eat and its Impact on Animals: https://archive.org/details/AnimalsJA
This event was organised by Samara and Townsville Vegans: https://www.facebook.com/TownsvilleVegans/
A company dedicated to the design and creation of business models focused on the development of the Agricultural Industry by implementing projects with a proposed high social value. We also promote environmental care and our business model is based upon the use of an aquatic plant known as duckweed (Lemna - Duckweed) as a base raw material for:
Systems for Wastewater Treatment.
Aquaculture Farms.
Poultry and pig farms.
Manufacturing of protein powder for human consumption.
Production of Biopolymers (Plastic) from starch.
Production of biofuels.
differnet fish forming systems commonly used in the world for rearing of aquatic organisms from fry, fingerling stage to adults at morketable size in selected aquatic ecosystem(pond, reservoir, tank, raceways, pens, cages, integration with other synergetic crops) site for cultivable desired aquatic fish species.
Carp is one of the main species of China's aquaculture industry, forming 13 percent of its farmed fish output. Because of their wide adaptability, carp can be farmed in an extensive variety of regions. However, in recent years their quality in China has declined. With the blind pursuit of production volumes and backward steps in breeding management technology, many problems have appeared in carp aquaculture.
The Food We Eat and its Impact on the Environment by Nick PendergrastNickPendergrast
You can listen to the audio from this talk here: https://archive.org/details/EnvironmentNP
Information about the speaker, Nick Pendergrast:
Teaches Sociology at Melbourne University and has multiple academic publications.
More information: https://theconversation.com/profiles/nick-pendergrast-5089
This was the 3rd talk from event The Food We Eat: Its Impacts on Environments and Bodies. This event was held in Townsville, Australia: https://www.facebook.com/events/991954167607453/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%222%22%2C%22ref_dashboard_filter%22%3A%22past%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D
You can listen to the 1st and 2nd talks from this event here:
Samara Grumberg: The Food We Eat and its Impact on Human Health: https://archive.org/details/HealthSG
James Aspey: The Food We Eat and its Impact on Animals: https://archive.org/details/AnimalsJA
This event was organised by Samara and Townsville Vegans: https://www.facebook.com/TownsvilleVegans/
A company dedicated to the design and creation of business models focused on the development of the Agricultural Industry by implementing projects with a proposed high social value. We also promote environmental care and our business model is based upon the use of an aquatic plant known as duckweed (Lemna - Duckweed) as a base raw material for:
Systems for Wastewater Treatment.
Aquaculture Farms.
Poultry and pig farms.
Manufacturing of protein powder for human consumption.
Production of Biopolymers (Plastic) from starch.
Production of biofuels.
Pandemic Punditry in conversation with Dr Sandhya Sriram, CEO, Shiok MeatsKarthiga Ratnam
Listen to Dr. Sandhya Sriram talk about how Shiok Meats, a cell-based clean meat company, the first of its kind in Singapore and South-East Asia, plans to bring delicious, cruelty-free, clean and healthy seafood (shrimp, crab, and lobster) made by harvesting cells instead of slaughtering animals.
The presentation is based on 30 years of experience on small-scale fisheries and will give an outline on how Professor Kolding’s visions for aligning and combining three major objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Better human nutrition and health, more food, and least ecological impacts from sustainably harvesting our aquatic ecosystems. Professor Kolding will also briefly outline a new multidisciplinary project in Africa, which will pursue these three objectives by focusing on small fish.
integrated fish farming system;ecosystem of IFFs;History of IFFs paddy rice-fish system;duck-fish system; poultry-fish system; Goat or sheep-fish system; seri-fish culture; mushroom-fish culture; vermicompost-fish system; agri-fish system; livestock-fish system; facts and status of integrated fish farming system;
Regenerative Agriculture as a Farming SolutionNelCoetzee
By: Jay Fuhrer. Rebuilding and maintaining life in the soil is directly linked to the longevity and reliability of our future agriculture; recognizing plants, animals, and soils evolved together over geological time
This presentation gives an overview of various aspects relevant to sustainable aquaculture. it consists of 3 sections:
- what is aquaculture
- threats, challenges & opportunities
- conclusions
Pandemic Punditry in conversation with Dr Sandhya Sriram, CEO, Shiok MeatsKarthiga Ratnam
Listen to Dr. Sandhya Sriram talk about how Shiok Meats, a cell-based clean meat company, the first of its kind in Singapore and South-East Asia, plans to bring delicious, cruelty-free, clean and healthy seafood (shrimp, crab, and lobster) made by harvesting cells instead of slaughtering animals.
The presentation is based on 30 years of experience on small-scale fisheries and will give an outline on how Professor Kolding’s visions for aligning and combining three major objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Better human nutrition and health, more food, and least ecological impacts from sustainably harvesting our aquatic ecosystems. Professor Kolding will also briefly outline a new multidisciplinary project in Africa, which will pursue these three objectives by focusing on small fish.
integrated fish farming system;ecosystem of IFFs;History of IFFs paddy rice-fish system;duck-fish system; poultry-fish system; Goat or sheep-fish system; seri-fish culture; mushroom-fish culture; vermicompost-fish system; agri-fish system; livestock-fish system; facts and status of integrated fish farming system;
Regenerative Agriculture as a Farming SolutionNelCoetzee
By: Jay Fuhrer. Rebuilding and maintaining life in the soil is directly linked to the longevity and reliability of our future agriculture; recognizing plants, animals, and soils evolved together over geological time
This presentation gives an overview of various aspects relevant to sustainable aquaculture. it consists of 3 sections:
- what is aquaculture
- threats, challenges & opportunities
- conclusions
Conventional vs organic agriculture: Cornelia Harris, Cary Institute of Ecosy...Teaching the Hudson Valley
Part of THV's July 2014 institute, "Farms & Food: Teaching the Hudson Valley from the Ground Up." From a full-day field experience, "Our Ecosystem, Our Health: Exploring the Benefits of School & Community Gardens," in Poughkeepsie, NY. Particpiants visited gardens at Krieger ES, Poughkeepsie HS, and the Poughkeepsie Farm Project with Cornelia Harris, Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, and Jamie Levato, education coordinator for the Poughkeepsie Farm Project.
Mark Eisler's presentation from the Sustainable Food Trust's meeting: What role for grazing livestock in a world of climate change and diet-related disease?
The Market for Sustainable Meat Alternatives and the $38 Billion Subsidy of ...New Food Innovation Ltd
This is a review of the Meat alternatives market , One of the Interesting points from the review ;-
The US government spends $38 Billion each year to subsidise the meat and dairy industries , but only 0.04 % of this on Fruit and Vegetables . A $5 Big Mac would cost $13 if retail price included the hidden expenses that the meat offloads onto society . A pound of Hamburger will cost $30 without government subsidies
How Health Professionals Can Promote Plant-Based LivingVegFund
Dr. Shireen Kassam, medical doctor and passionate plant-based nutrition advocate discussed the important role that plant-based health professionals play in the broader vegan movement. Dr. Kassam is the founder of Plant-Based Health Professionals UK, an organization that educates health professionals, the public, and policymakers about the human health benefits of whole-food, plant-based nutrition.
Register here: https://info.vegfund.org/plant-based-living-webinar
If you’re a plant-based health and wellness professional, this webinar will show you creative and practical ways to spread the word about plant-based living.
Discover what you need as a health professional to take your plant-based advocacy to the next level!
In this webinar, you’ll learn how to:
Use your knowledge and experience as a health professional to promote plant-based living
Incorporate creative yet practical advocacy strategies
Adapt your messaging and outreach to the needs of different audiences
Overcome the challenges you’ll face while helping patients understand and follow plant-based dietary guidance
Acquire the skills and knowledge you need for successful plant-based advocacy
Apply the lessons learned by Plant-Based Health Professionals UK on their journey
Photography Tips for Impactful Vegan Activism - VegFund WebinarVegFund
Jo-Anne McArthur, photographer and We Animals Media founder, presented an immersive talk about how to take strong and engaging photographs of your activism.
Hear from Jo about what she has learned in her fieldwork and how you can incorporate that into your own photography, even as a non-professional.
Register here: https://info.vegfund.org/vegan-activism-photography-webinar
This webinar will equip you with:
- Composition basics for great event and activism photography
- General photography guidelines
- A greater technical capability
- Ideas for how to build a strong photographic narrative
Jo-Anne McArthur is an award-winning photojournalist, sought-after speaker, and the founder of We Animals Media. She has been documenting the plight of animals on all seven continents for almost two decades. She is the author of two books, We Animals (2014) and Captive (2017), and was the subject of Canadian filmmaker Liz Marshall’s acclaimed documentary, The Ghosts in Our Machine. Jo-Anne is based in Toronto, Canada and travels many months each year to document and share the stories of animals worldwide.
About We Animals Media:
We Animals Media (WAM) documents the lives of animals in the human environment — those used for food, fashion, entertainment, work, religion, and experimentation. WAM’s mission is to bring visibility to these animals worldwide through photography and film and to amplify their stories through partnerships with organizations and media. WAM is a not-for-profit organization with international scope, based in Toronto, Canada. The We Animals Archive is a globally accessible resource that holds thousands of compelling images and videos about the human relationship with animals around the world. The work is made available free to any person or organization helping animals.
Social Media Strategy to Maximize Impact for Animals – VegFund WebinarVegFund
John Oberg, a longtime animal advocate and fan of VegFund, conducted a free webinar for animal advocates who are interested in using social media to help animals.
In this time of quarantining and physical distancing, utilizing our social media presence is more important than ever. Check out the slides and make sure to register (https://vegfund.me/social-media-for-animals) so that you don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to take your social media efforts to the next level!
This webinar will help you:
- Move beyond the basics of social media
- Choose your top platforms
- Perfect your communications
- Create a strategy to achieve your goals
- Build tactics for your content creation
- Grow your audience
John Oberg is a social media influencer and professional dedicated to making the world a kinder place for animals by utilizing the power of social media. In 2019, he launched his own independent project for animals through Patreon to maximize his impact on animals. Previously, he served as Director of New Media for the international animal protection organization, The Humane League, and as Director of Communications for Vegan Outreach. In 2019, he had more than 200 million impressions of his content on social media.
In this on-demand webinar, you will obtain the skills to conduct a successful fundraising program!
As busy activists, fundraising to support your work can be one of the most difficult, intimidating, and frustrating activities that you’ll need to do. Asking for money can be uncomfortable. If you’ve never done fundraising, you may not even know how to begin.
This webinar will help vegan and plant-based advocates:
-Set quantitative metrics to help you stay on track with what needs to be done to reach your goals
-Fine-tune your messaging for successful fundraising
-Provide you with three steps to build a solid case for support that can be used and adapted for multiple purposes
-Build confidence to make the ask for your important work
Alison Miller recently joined VegFund to be our first director of development. Most recently, she served as chief development officer for Special Olympics Michigan. Alison has spent her entire career working in fundraising and wealth management. Her experience ranges from volunteer grassroots fundraising to capital campaigns and nonprofit fundraising.
For more resources like this please visit: vegfund.org/resources
Turning "Vystopia" into Powerful Action for ChangeVegFund
“Vystopia” is defined as the anguish of being vegan in a non-vegan world. With more than 30 years of experience, Clare Mann provides vegans with language and a toolbox to work through their anguish and unite with others to examine the biggest social justice challenge of our time.
Clare Mann, is a psychologist, existential psychotherapist, author, and communications trainer. She is also an active member of the Anonymous for the Voiceless Sydney chapter. She runs a part-time private vegan psychology practice in Sydney and works with vegans worldwide via Skype and Facetime.
In this webinar, Clare will empower you to:
-Work through your vystopia
-Learn strategies to maintain hope and direction
-Develop powerful communication techniques
-Turn your anguish into powerful action for animals
-Become a healthier, happier, and hopeful vegan
For more resources like this please visit: vegfund.org/resources
The Basics of Project Evaluation for Effective OutreachVegFund
Inspiring consumers to adopt a vegan lifestyle is complicated by many opposing influences. For many people, veganism is a long-term journey. Activists must continue on a steady and prolonged course of interactions with consumers to keep vegan messaging present in consumers’ minds and dietary choices.
This information was presented by Leslie Barcus, Executive Director of VegFund as part of the new Activist Learning Series. This particular webinar addresses why evaluating behavior change is complex and presents ideas about how activists can gain insights into the success of their advocacy efforts.
For more resources like this please visit: https://vegfund.org/resources/
WRI’s brand new “Food Service Playbook for Promoting Sustainable Food Choices” gives food service operators the very latest strategies for creating dining environments that empower consumers to choose sustainable, plant-rich dishes. This research builds off our first guide for food service, now with industry experience and insights from nearly 350 academic trials.
UNDERSTANDING WHAT GREEN WASHING IS!.pdfJulietMogola
Many companies today use green washing to lure the public into thinking they are conserving the environment but in real sense they are doing more harm. There have been such several cases from very big companies here in Kenya and also globally. This ranges from various sectors from manufacturing and goes to consumer products. Educating people on greenwashing will enable people to make better choices based on their analysis and not on what they see on marketing sites.
Natural farming @ Dr. Siddhartha S. Jena.pptxsidjena70
A brief about organic farming/ Natural farming/ Zero budget natural farming/ Subash Palekar Natural farming which keeps us and environment safe and healthy. Next gen Agricultural practices of chemical free farming.
Artificial Reefs by Kuddle Life Foundation - May 2024punit537210
Situated in Pondicherry, India, Kuddle Life Foundation is a charitable, non-profit and non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to improving the living standards of coastal communities and simultaneously placing a strong emphasis on the protection of marine ecosystems.
One of the key areas we work in is Artificial Reefs. This presentation captures our journey so far and our learnings. We hope you get as excited about marine conservation and artificial reefs as we are.
Please visit our website: https://kuddlelife.org
Our Instagram channel:
@kuddlelifefoundation
Our Linkedin Page:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/kuddlelifefoundation/
and write to us if you have any questions:
info@kuddlelife.org
Willie Nelson Net Worth: A Journey Through Music, Movies, and Business Venturesgreendigital
Willie Nelson is a name that resonates within the world of music and entertainment. Known for his unique voice, and masterful guitar skills. and an extraordinary career spanning several decades. Nelson has become a legend in the country music scene. But, his influence extends far beyond the realm of music. with ventures in acting, writing, activism, and business. This comprehensive article delves into Willie Nelson net worth. exploring the various facets of his career that have contributed to his large fortune.
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Introduction
Willie Nelson net worth is a testament to his enduring influence and success in many fields. Born on April 29, 1933, in Abbott, Texas. Nelson's journey from a humble beginning to becoming one of the most iconic figures in American music is nothing short of inspirational. His net worth, which estimated to be around $25 million as of 2024. reflects a career that is as diverse as it is prolific.
Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Humble Origins
Willie Hugh Nelson was born during the Great Depression. a time of significant economic hardship in the United States. Raised by his grandparents. Nelson found solace and inspiration in music from an early age. His grandmother taught him to play the guitar. setting the stage for what would become an illustrious career.
First Steps in Music
Nelson's initial foray into the music industry was fraught with challenges. He moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to pursue his dreams, but success did not come . Working as a songwriter, Nelson penned hits for other artists. which helped him gain a foothold in the competitive music scene. His songwriting skills contributed to his early earnings. laying the foundation for his net worth.
Rise to Stardom
Breakthrough Albums
The 1970s marked a turning point in Willie Nelson's career. His albums "Shotgun Willie" (1973), "Red Headed Stranger" (1975). and "Stardust" (1978) received critical acclaim and commercial success. These albums not only solidified his position in the country music genre. but also introduced his music to a broader audience. The success of these albums played a crucial role in boosting Willie Nelson net worth.
Iconic Songs
Willie Nelson net worth is also attributed to his extensive catalog of hit songs. Tracks like "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," "On the Road Again," and "Always on My Mind" have become timeless classics. These songs have not only earned Nelson large royalties but have also ensured his continued relevance in the music industry.
Acting and Film Career
Hollywood Ventures
In addition to his music career, Willie Nelson has also made a mark in Hollywood. His distinctive personality and on-screen presence have landed him roles in several films and television shows. Notable appearances include roles in "The Electric Horseman" (1979), "Honeysuckle Rose" (1980), and "Barbarosa" (1982). These acting gigs have added a significant amount to Willie Nelson net worth.
Television Appearances
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Plant Power vs Power Plant by Sena Crutchley (PAVE)
1. This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND
WHATWE CONSUMEANDTHE ENVIRONMENT
Sena Crutchley
Piedmont AreaVegan Educators (PAVE)
2. Survey
List 3 food practices that you consider to be
sustainable and environmentally responsible.
1.
2.
3.
3. What you will come away with today:
How animal
agriculture impacts
the environment
How that impact
compares with that of
plant agriculture
How we can sustainably
feed our growing
population
How to eat, dress, and
furnish ones life in a way
that minimizes negative
environmental impact
4. Alliance of World Scientists
“THE #1THING INDIVIDUALS CAN DO
FORTHE ENVIRONMENT IS AVOID ALL
ANIMAL PRODUCTS.”
5. SOME OF
WHATWE
CONSUME
• ANIMAL FLESH (from a wide variety of animals)
• EGGS (from chickens and ducks)
• DAIRY PRODUCTS (from cows and goats)
• LEATHER (from cows/calves, goats/kids, dogs)
• WOOL (from sheep)
• FEATHERS (from ducks and geese)
• GELATIN (from hooves, beaks, etc.)
• ANGORA (from rabbits)
• CASHMERE (from goats)
• REPTILE SKIN (from alligators and snakes)
6. FOSSIL FUELS
• Average of 10x fossil fuels to produce 1
calorie of animal protein as compared
to 1 calorie of plant protein 4, 5
• IATP (Institute forAgriculture andTrade
Policy) and GRAIN found that the five
largest meat and dairy corporations
combined are responsible for more
annual greenhouse gas emissions than
ExxonMobil, Shell or BP. 4, 6, 7
8. WATER
Water Use by Animal Ag
• 2500 gallons of water to produce 1lb of
animal flesh5
• ½ of US freshwater used by animal ag10,
11
• 1/3 of global freshwater used by animal
ag10, 11
Water Use by Plant Ag
• 25 gallons of water to produce 1lb of
grain5
• Plant-based eaters consume 600
fewer gallons of water per day.2
9.
10. Water and Poultry 13
Wastewater discharges from slaughterhouses are a serious problem. High water usage for hygiene leads to
high levels of wastewater generation 14. Poultry processing requires large amounts of high-quality water for
process cleaning and cooling.Typical water usage in poultry slaughterhouses is between 6 and 30 cubic
metres per ton of product.
Wastewater contains:
- High levels of nitrogen, phosphorus, and residues of chlorine used for washing and disinfection
- Pathogens including Salmonella and Campylobacter15 Up to 100 different species of micro-organisms in
contaminated feathers, feet and intestinal contents 16
Phosphorus and nitrogen in manure runoff causes algae blooms in fresh water. Leads to fish kills and ocean
dead zones. Heavy metals and pathogenic microbes in waste cause disease in land wildlife.17
11. Water and Fish
• Great Pacific Garbage Patch - Abandoned fishing crates, ropes,
nets, traps, and baskets make up most of the 79,000 metric tons
of plastic rather than bottles or packaging.1
• Farmed Fish
• Pollution –Waste and uneaten food
• Diseases and parasites
• Pesticides and antibiotics
• Biosecurity risk related to antibiotic resistant bacteria18
• Inefficient due to 4kg fishes to produce 1kg of fish meal. 20 kg
of feed to get 1 kg of tuna
• About 45% of fishmeal and fish oil produced for farmed
animals (mainly pigs and birds).19
12.
13. LAND USE
• Animal ag provides 18% of calories but uses
83% of farmland2
• What about Free Range?8
• We would need 5 planet Earths if all animals
were raised “free range.”
• Impossible to feed 7 billion pe0ple with free
range agriculture
• New research shows that without meat and
dairy consumption, global farmland use could
be reduced by more than 75% – an area
equivalent to the US, China, European Union
and Australia combined – and still feed the
world.2
• “Currently, 260 million acres (and counting) of
U.S. forests have been clear-cut to create land
used to produce livestock feed, and 80 percent
of the deforestation in the Amazon rainforest is
attributed to beef production.”32
15. OCEAN DEAD ZONES
• Caused by runoff from animal ag4
• Manure “lagoons,” like at the hog farms in eastern
NC, spill into the oceans.
• Animal waste (including ammonia, a toxic form of
nitrogen) runoff causes algal blooms.The blooms
use up oxygen in the water, resulting in dead
zones.
• GHG emissions, of which animal ag is a major
contributor, raise global ocean temperatures that
lead to coral bleaching and reef die-off. Ocean
acidification is the product of these emissions.
• Fishing Industry:
• Global bycatch may be at a rate of 40%, about 63 billion
pounds per year24
• Inefficient: Farmed and wild fishes are fed to land
animals19
16. GREENHOUSE GASSES
• ANIMAL AGRICULTURE
• Reports range from 18-51% of all GHG Emissions
• Methane is more potent than CO2. “Farmed animals currently account for 37% of human-
related methane production. Methane is especially significant because it is a much stronger
greenhouse gas; in technical terms, it has a higher global warming potential (GWP) than
other greenhouse gases. Using the commonly cited 100-year time-frame to measure the
harmful impacts of GHGs, methane’s warming potential is considered to be between 20-28x
stronger than carbon dioxide”20
• CO2 emissions produced by burning fossil fuels21
• During animal production and slaughter
• During transport of processed and refrigerated products
• Through land use and land-use change
• Through the use of inputs for the production of feed
• PLANT AGRICULTURE
• Numbers could not be found, but they would be confounded by the large number of plants
grown to feed farmed animals.
18. GHG Emissions by
Diet contd.30
• The diets of 2,041 vegans, 15,751 vegetarians, 8,123
fish-eaters and 29,589 meat-eaters aged 20–79 were
assessed using a validated food frequency
questionnaire.
• GHG emissions in kilograms of carbon dioxide
equivalents per day (kgCO2e/day)
• 7.19 (7.16, 7.22) - high meat-eaters ( > = 100 g/d)
• 5.63 (5.61, 5.65) - medium meat-eaters (50-99 g/d)
• 4.67 (4.65, 4.70) - low meat-eaters ( < 50 g/d)
• 3.91 (3.88, 3.94) - fish-eaters
• 3.81 (3.79, 3.83) - vegetarians
• 2.89 (2.83, 2.94) - vegans
19. BIODIVERSITY
Sixth Mass Extinction
• Loss of wild areas to agriculture is the leading
cause of the current mass extinction of wildlife2
• Spread of disease from farmed to native animals 4
• Fences containing farmed animals4
• Wildlife culling4
• In the last 50 years alone, about half of Earth’s
animals have gone extinct.25
20. SUSTAINABILITY
MYTH
• “Really it is animal products that are responsible for
so much of this. Avoiding consumption of animal
products delivers far better environmental benefits
than trying to purchase sustainable meat and
dairy”2, 3 The lowest impact meat and dairy are
more environmentally damaging than the least
sustainable plant agriculture with grains and
vegetables.3
• Animal products require 4-40x the calories to
produce than what they provide in nutrition when
eaten4, 10
21. FoodWaste/Food Loss7
• Cereals are fed to animals who inefficiently convert them into “meat” and “dairy.”
• Only 17-30 calories from “meat” are generated for humans for every 100 calories
from cereals fed to animals.The conversion rate for “dairy” is similar.
• “The FAO warns that further use of cereals as animal feed could threaten food
security by reducing the grain available for human consumption.”
• Of 4260 kcal per day (kcal/p/d) directly edible by humans, 1738 kcal/p/d (41%) are
fed to farmed animals.26
22. What about Grass-Fed Animals?20, 27
• “Even “grass-fed” cows are often fed imported grain some portion
of the year when weather is not conducive to grazing…” 31
• Moving to Grass-Fed requires 30% more cows to keep up with
current demand.
• Average methane footprint would increase by 43% due to (1)
increased length of time to achieve slaughter size and (2) higher
methane conversion from grass-fed animals.Total methane
emissions would increase by 8%.
• Habitat loss for wildlife due to increased land use
• Overgrazing causes suppression of native vegetation
• Increased emissions of nitrous oxide. Produce about 4x more
methane.31
• Fresh water eutrophication
• Soil erosion
• Consume more water due to higher level of activity31
23. How Do Other Food Production Practices Hold Up Under Scrutiny?
Locavore:
Transportation only 11%
of total emissions
related to food. 83% of
emissions occur in the
production phase23.
“…the production of
animal foods is
inherently more
resource-intensive and
less efficient, regardless
of how far the animals'
flesh and secretions are
transported”4
Regenerative
(Rotational) Grazing:
No scientific evidence to
support its use.Takes a
lot of land. Cows often
stay in small area,
resulting in overgrazing,
trampling and pugging31.
Organic Farming (non-
veganic): Perpetuates
animal ag due to using
bone meal, blood, fish
emulsion, feathers,
etc.34
Veganic farming -
Existed as early as the
milpa system
(Mesoamerica).
Domesticated animals
weren’t used by
indigenous peoples in
North America until the
colonists came.22
24. What about eggs?
• “Opportunity Food Loss” (Weizmann
Institute of Science): Eggs involve a loss of
40% of protein due to the amount of plant
protein input needed to produce eggs. Note
that the Opportunity Food Loss of “dairy” is
75%.4
• Dozen eggs28
• 4 pounds of feed
• 636 gallons of water
• Antibiotics
• Salmonella and other diseases
25. “Reducing food’s environmental impacts through producers and
consumers” (Science, June, 2018)
“THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE
ANALYSISTO DATE OFTHE DAMAGE
FARMING DOESTOTHE PLANET
FOUNDTHAT GOINGVEGAN ISTHE
SINGLE BIGGEST WAYTO REDUCE
YOUR IMPACT ONTHE PLANET.”
26. RESOURCES
• WEBSITES
• Truth or Drought: https://www.truthordrought.com/
• The Elephant in the Room is a Cow:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/515390858491078/
• Climate Healers: http://www.climatehealers.org/
• Seed the Commons: https://seedthecommons.org/
• AWell-FedWorld: https://awfw.org/
• Earthsave: http://www.earthsave.org/pdf/ofof2006.pdf
• FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization)
• UN (United Nations)
27. RECOMMENDED MOVIES andVIDEOS
• MOVIES
• Cowspiracy: Available on Netflix
• Seaspiracy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESao1rvNAi0
• Racing Extinction: https://racingextinction.com/film/
• H.O.P.E. Project: https://www.hope-theproject.com/the-film/
• Meat theTruth
• VIDEOS
• PhillipWollen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=uQCe4qEexjc
28. RECOMMENDED BOOKS
• The Ultimate Betrayal: IsThere Happy Meat? (2013), by Hope Bohanec
• Farm to Fable:The Fictions of Our Animal Consuming Culture (2016), by Robert
Grillo
• Eat for the Planet: Saving the World One Bite at aTime (2018), by Nil Zacharias
• The Mad Cowboy: PlainTruth from the Cattle Rancher Who Won't Eat Meat (2001),
by Howard Lyman
• Food Choice and Sustainability (2013), Dr. Richard Oppenlander
• Comfortably Unaware (2012) , Dr. Richard Oppenlander
30. SUPPORT & SOLUTIONS FOR FARMERS
Organizations that will help farmers transition to plant farming:
• https://farmtransformers.org/
• https://www.vegansociety.com/take-action/campaigns/grow-green/farmers
• https://rowdygirlsanctuary.org/ranchers-advocacy-program/
32. References
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