Killing Cows
in the Name of Preventing Climate Change
Story at-a-glance
The Irish government recently proposed reducing Irish cow herds by 10% over the next three years to meet the European Union’s climate change targets, which includes a 25% reduction in emissions from farming by 2030
Properly raised and grazed livestock have a tremendously beneficial impact on ecological health and local microclimate
When land is left barren, it changes the microclimate on that swath of land. Two-thirds of the landmass on earth are already desertifying, which is why macroclimate is also impacted
While climate activists claim they’re promoting a “green” agenda, everything they propose suggests otherwise. Instead of transitioning factory farming into a regenerative model, which we know works wonders, they’re willfully ignoring the laws of nature upon which organic and sustainable environmentalism are based
The war on climate change, as currently fought, is ultimately a war on humanity itself
Killing Cows in the Name of Preventing Climate Change
Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola
Note: Articles on Dr. Mercola’s site don’t stay up for long. I have below links to his Web page and to a PDF version. No guarantees that they will be there for long.
Killing Cows in the Name of Preventing Climate Change PDF
Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola
Summary
The Irish government has proposed reducing cow herds by 10% over the next three years to meet the European Union's climate change targets. This move is part of a broader plan to reduce emissions from farming. However, the proposal has been criticized for disregarding the positive impact of properly raised and grazed livestock on ecological health and local microclimates. Grazing livestock can contribute to drought resistance, soil health, and wildfire reduction. Eliminating cattle without considering the full ramifications may worsen desertification and negatively affect climate cycles. The article argues that the current approach to combating climate change, which includes culling livestock, ignores regenerative farming practices and is ultimately a war on humanity. It suggests that the focus should be on normalizing local microclimates by transitioning away from indoor factory farming and allowing animals to graze in fields. The article also criticizes climate activists for promoting a green agenda while ignoring the benefits of grazing livestock and pursuing ineffective solutions.