Allianz defends itself with posters against biosphere in Upper Swabia!

Allianz defends itself with posters against biosphere in Upper Swabia!

In the district of Ravensburg, striking banner has been standing for about three weeks that protest against the planned biosphere area in Upper Swabia. With the slogan "reason instead of bureaucracy-no to the biosphere area", the "Allianz for Allgäu-Oberschwaben" draws attention to the resistances. This alliance is made up of agricultural associations, hunting cooperatives, landowners, private forest owners and family businesses of agriculture and forestry. The banners can be found primarily in the fields of farmers in the municipalities that could become part of the protected area. At the same time, a test process runs to develop the exact framework of the biosphere area, the decision -making process of which should be completed by the end of the year.

like schwaebische.de reports in the coalition agreement of the green-black state government. Franz Schönberger, the chairman of the Allianz and the district farmers' association, expresses his concerns about bureaucracy and control. These worries are shared by many farmers who fear that the specifications could suddenly be drastically tightened after expulsion of the biosphere area.

The advantages of the biosphere areas

In contrast to the concerns of the critics, the state government's plans, which, in cooperation with the Allgäu-Oberschwaben region, want to create a third biosphere area. According to petraKrebs.de, biosphere areas are model regions that are intended to promote the harmonious coexistence of people and nature. The existing biosphere areas are viewed as success models, which is why other municipalities in the Swabian Alb and across borders also show interest in similar instructions.

The goal is to obtain the award as a "UNESCO biosphere". This essentially includes three zones: the core zone, the care zone and the development zone. The core zone, which has to make up at least three percent of the total area, is blocked for human interventions. An example of potential core zones in the region are the large bogs, such as the Pfrunger-Burgweiler Ried and the Wurzacher Ried. The care zone can be managed, but not intensive, while there are no special protection specifications in the development zone.

criticism and examples from other regions

The more an example from the Rhön ensures concern: Here, an increase in the core zone area led to resistance from 21 municipalities, which, however, did not lead to a rethink with the decision -makers. This setback could also be a warning for farmers in Upper Swabia if the requirements should be determined. The decision about the biosphere area is expected to be made in the municipal councils by the end of the year.

For all interested parties, there is extensive information about the development process of the Biosphere area Allgäu-Oberschwaben, and also questions about the criteria for recognition as a UNESCO biosphere reserve can be viewed online. A comprehensive understanding of the topic is crucial, especially since the regional discussion about nature and environmental protection is becoming more and more important. Further details can be found on the website of the Federal Environment Ministry as well as the local initiatives.