Animal Production: Sustainability Flashcards
(17 cards)
What is the primary goal of sustainability in animal production?
To address global food security while minimizing environmental and social impacts.
How does the FAO define food security?
Availability of sufficient, safe, and nutritious food for all people at all times.
What is sustainable intensification?
Increasing agricultural yields while reducing negative environmental impacts.
What are the three key perspectives of sustainability?
Economic development, resource efficiency, and long-term viability.
What percentage of land in the UK is used for agriculture?
63.1%.
What is the UK’s climate goal related to greenhouse gas emissions?
Achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
What are the primary uses of agricultural land in the UK?
Cereals, oilseeds, temporary grass, and horticulture.
What are the three pillars of sustainability?
Social (People), Environmental (Planet), and Economic (Profit).
What was the impact of the 2013 Horsemeat Scandal?
Revealed supply chain weaknesses and reduced consumer trust.
What were the effects of the 2001 Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak?
Mass culling, £8 billion in losses, and psychological distress for farmers.
What is agricultural intensification?
ncreasing production per unit of input (e.g., land, feed).
How is sustainable intensification different from traditional intensification?
It minimizes environmental and social harm while boosting yields.
Why is intensification more common in non-ruminants?
They are more efficient and require fewer resources.
hat greenhouse gas is especially associated with ruminant livestock?
Methane.
Name strategies to meet net zero goals in agriculture.
Improve efficiency, reduce waste, adopt new technologies.
What animal welfare practices support sustainability?
Biosecurity, disease control, ventilation, monitoring, and staff training.
What is a key limitation of plant-based protein substitutes?
They often lack the full nutrient profile of animal products.
