understanding the decimating effect of factory farming on our natural resources
As I was scrolling through Netflix one night recently, looking for the next binge-worthy series to watch, this unassuming documentary caught my eye. The description merely stated ‘understanding the decimating effect of factory farming on our natural resources — and why haven’t human beings seen the effect.’ As a student studying climate change and a keen advocate of sustainability, I was naturally intrigued. But I was not prepared for the hard-hitting truths that this documentary shed light on.
The effect of human activities on natural resources has been significant concern over the years. Human beings have concentrated on promoting convenience. They have, however, forgotten to enhance their well-being. The use of factory farming methods has transformed the agricultural industry. The use of such methods involves chemicals and machinery that have a significant adverse effect on the environment. The distraction of the ecosystem through environmental pollution is a threat to human life. The movie mentioned above demonstrates the impact of factory farming methods on the environment.
I was already aware of the enormous negative contribution the agricultural industry was having on the issue of climate change. However, many of the facts and information included in the documentary were incredibly shocking, upsetting, and quite frankly, depressing. Yet, as quite clearly shown in the documentary, not only are the majority of climate policies ignoring this key driver, but environmental organizations themselves refuse to acknowledge it.
It’s a bizarre injustice that this issue is swept under the carpet due to the power of the agricultural industry. The more this is spoken about, and the more awareness raised, the better. This documentary is an engaging, informative, and eye-opening watch, and an excellent way to get the message out there.