Morning Wire Bill Gates And The War On Meat | 6.12.22
Jun 12, 2022
Bill Gates is making headlines with his vast farmland investments and push for synthetic meat amid rising food prices. The conversation dives into the controversial shift towards plant-based alternatives and explores public reactions to Gates' influence. Experts weigh in on the environmental and nutritional aspects of these meat substitutes, sparking a heated debate over climate change and meat consumption. The tension between science and environmental agendas adds another layer to this complex issue.
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Gates' Farmland Holdings
- Bill Gates owns roughly 250,000 acres of farmland across 19 states, including corn, cotton, and soybean farms.
- One potato farm in Washington is so large it's visible from space.
Gates' History in Agriculture
- Gates has a history of involvement in agriculture, previously investing in agricultural technology and GMOs.
- In 2010, his foundation bought $23 million of stock in Monsanto.
The Shift in the Anti-Meat Movement
- Climate activists, alongside animal rights activists, are increasingly targeting meat consumption, especially red meat.
- They argue cows are inefficient and harmful to the environment due to water consumption and emissions.
