The topic of responsible and sustainable animal agriculture has received a lot of attention in recent years, but these concepts are nothing new to the American farmer. For generations, farmers and ranchers across the country have raised animals not only in an ethical manner but also in an environmentally sound and sustainable manner. Because of this due diligence, farmers and ranchers have a great story to tell when it comes to sustainability conversations.
The sustainability of our food system has been especially highlighted this year as the world prepares for the United Nations Food Systems Summit (FSS) this month. If you haven’t heard of or aren’t sure what the FSS is, the official website describes it as “a global initiative led by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to help inspire a decade of action to achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.” These goals include Zero Hunger, Good Health and Well-Being, Responsible Consumption and Production, and Climate Action to name a few.