Wolfgang Korsus Dipl.-Ing. NT, Astrophysiker
Chapter 333/8
Animal husbandry
How could it be otherwise, „animal husbandry“ is also enjoying the influence and thus the use of biotechnology . Yes, I find it very difficult to get used to industrial livestock breeding and husbandry, but it is strongly biotechnologically oriented. Reproduction is also characterized by biotechnology, such as
– Artificial insemination,
– the production and transfer of embryos,
– in vitro production of embryos,
– sex determination and deep-freeze preservation of sperm and embryos,
– analysis of genetic material,
– and finally the identification of individual genes.
Gene transfer has only limited practical relevance in livestock breeding. There have been few actual successes with genetically modified or transgenic animals. But the few successes show, as always, that billions of people will not shy away from any act of misery. Their brainwaves turn out to be enormously harmful. It is basically about the following characteristics: better, more, faster and bigger……and that on all living levels !??
……and now even more of this purely human filth !!!
However, high-performance breeding and the use of biotechnology have already resulted in animals that are extremely productive according to certain „types“:
– Laying hens: Today hens lay over 280 eggs per year, 50 years ago it was 120 eggs.
– Broilers: enlarged breast muscle, short fattening period, high meat production (already four times the weight of a laying hen at 37 days),
– Dairy cows: 80 liters per day and more Beef cattle: rapid achievement of carcass weight through cultivated muscle growth and corn silage/concentrate feed
– Pigs: high lean meat content, larger animals, more ribs, faster fattening.
My question is ready to be answered
….AND WHEN WILL HUMANS BE TREATED ???
The use of biotechnology is mainly used by some high criminals in livestock farming and also leads to numerous undesirable side effects and inappropriate husbandry in cattle, pigs and chickens.
„ANIMALS ARE SIMPLY STAMPED AS WASTE
The lust reaches its peak: for example, male chicks from laying hens are killed immediately after hatching. I just say: damn people“!!!
The cruel images of pigs or laying hens in cages are chilling and condemnable. However, be careful, the high-performance animals are extremely „susceptible to disease“ and sometimes even „deadly“““““ !
The solution is….? Then let’s change that….!
Accordingly, the need for and use of equipment for pharmaceutical products in industrial animal husbandry is increasing, and the effects on the environment and humans of eating meat treated with hormones and antibiotics are well known, aren’t they?
The alternative
There is a second possible path to greater food security, this path is discussed as a locally adapted, small-scale and sustainable land management that preserves resources for future generations and is ecologically and socially sustainable. Such land management utilizes the potential of traditional and regionally adapted farming factors and systems and preserves them for posterity. Then the question „Can organic feed the world? I say knowingly: „Organic must feed the world.“
For the time being, I have three votes on this, but the second chairman of the IAASTD (International Assessment of Agricultural Knowledge, Science and Technology for Development), Prof. Dr. Hans R. Herren, assumes that the question of feeding the world will be posed anew in the future, because it can be assumed that resource-intensive and oil-based industrial agriculture will not offer any prospects in the future. Olivier de Schutter, former UN Special Representative on the Right to Food, also emphasized that agroecological farming can double food production in some areas – without the negative effects on humans, animals and the environment that intensification of agriculture entails. Especially in developing countries, organic farming can be a real opportunity in the fight against hunger…for sure! If we look at the key elements of sustainable agroecological food security, there are sound arguments in favor of this second path. Development aid organizations and leading agricultural scientists … (including myself) are increasingly advocating a strengthening of local food security. This is because these small-scale subsistence farms, which produce for regional markets, will play a key role in preventing poverty and hunger in the future. To do this, they must be given access to land, water, cheap credit and local markets, which primarily requires „political“ measures. Unfortunately, my experience with politics has so far been the worst, because the most inexperienced and least talented people in the world are to be found there. Turning away from monocultural cultivation and the high use of energy, machinery and chemicals are among the necessary changes for the future of food security in the poor regions of the world.
By the way….. „Furthermore, simple and cost-effective techniques and better infrastructure must be available in order to avoid losses in the harvest and water supply. It is extremely important here to invest not only in suitable (sustainable) pest control, but also in roads, transport vehicles, warehouses and, in particular, in the management knowledge of farmers and marketers. Organic, regionally oriented farming plays a major role in combating hunger and makes a decisive contribution to food security. Organic farming is not a luxury for rich countries, but makes a sustainable contribution to quality, particularly in poorer countries.
Organic farming, i.e. the organic agriculture and food industry, can be defined by six basic points:
-natural production,
-observance of the principles of ecology,
-no use of environmentally harmful pesticides, plant protection products and fertilizers,
– no growth promoters
– No genetic engineering
– absolutely no flavor enhancers, artificial flavors, colorings or preservatives
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These points contribute significantly to food safety. Organic farming also has a positive impact on the environment, biodiversity, soil health and climate. In this way, access to food for future generations is also actively and sustainably promoted. This is also the conclusion of the FAO, which is committed to sustainable and small-scale agriculture for food security worldwide.
The Badgley 2007 study already showed that organic farming is worthwhile in many respects: a switch from conventional farming to organic farming would not lead to a reduction in the amount of food produced and would simultaneously increase food security.
According to the study, the average yields of organic farming in industrialized countries are just below those of conventional farming at 92 percent. However, it should be noted that in developing countries, organic farming yields around 80 percent more. This is due to the fact that the resources required for organic farming are more easily accessible in developing countries. Industrial farming, on the other hand, is very expensive there (seeds, fertilizers, equipment, etc.).
It is interesting to observe the production of agriculture worldwide, in 2013 it is around 2786 Kcal per person per day. However, with organic production, between 2641 and 4381 Kcal per person per day could be produced. So my statement follows: A possible way to global food security is „modified organic“ agriculture because,
– Ecological intensification,
– Improved waste management, new energy systems for sustainable, energy self-sufficient farms,
– Improved soil conservation techniques,
– Reduced consumption of animal products, especially meat.
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– [ ] I say, according to studies done:
Ecological intensification has several meanings.
– x] – First of all, it means increasing yields while at the same time reducing the amount of land needed. In this way, natural ecosystems are protected and preserved.
– Secondly, the production of these agricultural goods puts less pressure on ecosystems (minimal loss of nutrients, sediment and chemicals).
– Thirdly, and this is the biggest challenge, the principles of ecology should be applied to increase productivity.
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– [ ] Agriculture must not be asked to fight against biodiversity and the complexity of ecosystems, on the contrary, it must be recognized and used to its advantage. The multifunctionality of agriculture must also be strengthened (landscape conservation, recreational value, environmental and water protection, regional development), especially with regard to the management of waste and manure (farmer, become energy farmer of the future?). Further research into energy systems is needed here. Consumers also need to change their way of thinking:
– [ ] I warn, animal products, especially meat and sausages, are currently consumed in far too high quantities. There is a clear lack of education, because the consequences for the environment, soil and climate are devastating and devastating. Therefore, limit consumption to ensure that humanity has a fair food supply in the long term. In my opinion, the „key points“ for global food security are: total regionality, circular economy, social standards, ecological production, food sovereignty, food justice. The goal is the realization of: nature-oriented medium technologies. The principle of responsibility, linking regional development and globalization, efficient management, health, marketability. The agriculture and food industry of tomorrow can only feed the world if it realizes economic, ecological and social values at the same time. The realization of economic values is primarily defined by profitability. In contrast to the current economic system, however, this is not designed to maximize profits, but to ensure long-term security. Fair competition, freedom, the pursuit of profit, the ability to perform and develop and the willingness to perform are further economic values. Ecological values include the preservation of species diversity and biodiversity, increasing resource efficiency, climate-friendly or neutral production, minimizing emissions, introducing environmental standards and cross-compliance programmes. The social values are: Unity with nature, humility, responsibility, justice (especially intergenerational justice). Equality, honesty, meaning in life, world in peace, harmony. These social values must be taken increasingly seriously in the agriculture and food industry of the future. For example, it is important to realize social equality and justice both internally and externally, to actively promote a stronger connection and compatibility of work and family, and to further develop fair and stable remuneration and pension systems.