Do you know that one of the silent threats to our planet is the rising global demand for meat? Over the past two decades, global meat consumption has surged by more than 58%, creating serious ecological consequences that often go unnoticed.
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Do you know that one of the silent threats to our planet is the rising global demand for meat? Over the past two decades, global meat consumption has surged by more than 58%, creating serious ecological consequences that often go unnoticed.
In Thailand, more than 7 million rai of land, mostly in hilly, steep regions, is dedicated to maize farming, with 95% of this maize used to feed livestock in the meat industry. The widespread practice of burning crop residues after harvest is a significant contributor to the PM2.5 air pollution, directly affecting the health of Thai citizens.
While many recognise its role in the PM2.5 pollution crisis, fewer understand the industry’s broader impact — deforestation, biodiversity loss, habitat destruction, and climate change.
World Animal Protection Thailand invites those with creative minds to address the environmental crisis…