Wolves in Bavaria: Alm farmers fight for their animals' survival

Wolves in Bavaria: Alm farmers fight for their animals' survival

Munich - The return of the wolf in Bavaria is a controversial topic that not only affects farmers, but also has far -reaching effects on the entire alpine pasture and rural tourism. The emotionality of the Elmbauern becomes clear in a new film by the Bavarian Farmers' Association, which describes the difficult times and fears that the farmers have to go through.

emotional experiences of the alpine farmers

in the film entitled "The Wolf returns" describe alpine farmers their experiences with the predators, which have been spotted more and more in the Bavarian Alps in recent years. The mountain farmer Sandra Höferer from Schlechting describes how her calves jumped over a steep wall in panic while being hunted by a wolf. Such incidents are not only traumatic, but also an existential threat to the alpine pasture.

The concern about the future of alpine pasture

The emotional reports of the alpine farmers illustrate that farmers are not only concerned with financial loss. The uncertainty leads deep into the night layers of the farmers who fear the well -being of their animals. Farmers President Günther Felßner said: "The pasture and alpine pasture in Bavaria are massively endangered by the spread of the wolf." This could also affect rural tourism, which is often connected to the authentic alpine pasture.

The dialogue between farmers and conservationists

In the middle of the emerging debate about the Bavarian Wolf Ordinance, the farmers are looking for a constructive exchange with conservationists, authorities and politics. They recognize that the wolf will remain in Germany, but call for a re -evaluation of its protection status. "Every year the wolf population grows by 30 percent," says Felßner. Solutions such as fences and herd dogs are considered inadequate. Instead, effective management is required, which may also have to provide interference in the wolf population.

Broader Implications for Rural Communities

The challenges that the alpine farmers face are part of a larger trend that affects rural areas in Bavaria. While society has the desire to keep farm animals in the wild, this practice is increasingly under pressure from the growing wolf population. The Swiss biologist Marcel Züger, who has their say in the film, emphasizes that there are already 30 wolf packs in Switzerland and up to 200 are expected. It is feared that Bavaria will also be affected by this development.

FAZIT

The return of the wolf not only brings with it emotional stress for the alpine farmers, but could also influence the future orientation of agriculture and tourism in Bavaria. It is due to society to find a way that meets both the wild animals and the interests of farmers.

- Nag