http://www.worldwatch.org/peak-meat-production-strains-land-and-water-resources-1
“Peak Meat Production Strains Land and Water Resources.” Worldwatch Institute, 14 Aug. 2014, http://www.worldwatch.org/peak-meat-production-strains-land-and-water-resources-1.
In the world, nearly 40% of all wheat, rye, corn, and oat production is made to feed animal livestock plus 250 million tons of soybeans and other oil seeds. As a result, there is an ethical conflict due to the fact that this food could be going to the poor, but rather it is going to animals so the wealthy can enjoy meat in their meals.
In order to speed up the growth of animals and reduce the chances of diseases spreading among the cramped conditions, antibiotics are given to animals in heavy doses. In 2011, 13,600 tons of antibiotics were sold for livestock operations in the United States. That’s nearly four times the 3,500 tons used for treating sick people. This number, however, is nothing compared to the 100,000 tons used in the meat production in China.
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