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Is a Cow Eating My Lunch? New CAST Issue Paper: 'Animal Feed vs. Human Food'

Mon, 23 Sep 2013 10:45:24 CDT

Is a Cow Eating My Lunch? New CAST Issue Paper: 'Animal Feed vs. Human Food'
Animal agriculture is bad--or at least that seems to be the message emanating from certain groups and individuals. Some mistakenly believe that animal agriculture takes away human food supplies and wastes resources--this general message can be misconstrued or misused. In this Council for Agriculture Science and Technology Issue Paper, scientific experts address the knowledge gap that exists as to the quantity of human food and fiber by-products used within animal agriculture. A task force of authors and reviewers led by Dr. Jude Capper examines the facts and provides science-based research to support credible information about the "feed versus food" issue.


-- The global livestock industry faces considerable challenges as the population grows, and demands for more food must be aligned with concerns about the environment, economy, and sustainability. Many do not realize the productivity gains made by modern practices, by-product feeds, and technology.

-- Global animal agriculture provides safe, affordable, nutrient-dense foodstuffs that support human health and well-being as part of a balanced diet as well as many by-products that benefit humans.

-- Livestock production is important in the economic and social sustainability of developed and developing countries alike.

-- Large areas of land are incapable of supporting the production of human food crops. Terrain, soil type, and climate render the majority of land currently used for grazing unsuitable for production of vegetable-based foods, yet forages can be efficiently converted by ruminant animals into meat and milk products.


This paper emphasizes that improved communication is needed between livestock production stakeholders and the consumer to further a better understanding of the economic, environmental, nutritional, and social advantages conferred by animal agriculture on a global and regional basis.


Click here for a summary of the CAST Issue Paper, or click here for the full text.



   

 

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