Protest for agricultural reversal: Tens of thousands are calling for course change in Berlin!

Protest for agricultural reversal: Tens of thousands are calling for course change in Berlin!

On Saturday, January 18, 2025, thousands of people in the government district of Berlin will take to demonstrate for a socially ecological turn in agricultural policy. The campaign “We are full” supported by over 60 organizations begins at 12:45 p.m. in the Republic Square. Around 10,000 participants are registered, while at the same time the significant “green week” takes place, which is considered one of the largest trade fairs for nutrition and agriculture. At the same time, an international conference with representatives from around 70 countries will take place in Berlin, which focuses on the topic of sustainable use of raw materials, such as rbb24.de reported.

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The protests aim to denounce abuses in current agricultural policy, in particular with regard to climate protection, animal welfare and the question of healthy diet for everyone. Matthias Lambrecht from Greenpeace and other experts argue that the existing nutritional and agricultural system causes massive environmental pollution and the general public is burdened with high costs- same 90 billion euros annually. According to Lambrecht, Höfesterben is a direct expression of a lack of support for farmers who often cannot even cover their costs, as in a report by Berliner-zeitung.de

The organizers and experts are calling for a comprehensive reform of agricultural policy to counteract the impending ecological disasters. A central point of the discussion is the need for a clear strategy for sustainable animal husbandry and to return meat consumption to a healthy level. In addition, crucial changes, such as the liberation of plant products from VAT, could help promote a healthier diet and reduce the overgrowth of resources. On Saturday alone, the demo at the Chancellery becomes clear how urgent these topics are for the future of agriculture.

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