We Can Do Both Ben Goldsmith on UK food security, rewilding and more
Sep 26, 2024
Ben Goldsmith, a financier and rewilding advocate, discusses critical issues in UK food security and environmental stewardship. He shares insights about the delicate relationship between farming and conservation, emphasizing land management that supports biodiversity. Topics include reintroducing species like wildcats, the need for sustainable agricultural practices, and the innovative integration of technology in livestock management. Ben also highlights personal stories of resilience through rewilding, showcasing how nature can heal communities.
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Protect Best Farmland For Food
- Using the best farmland for anything other than food threatens food security.
- Avoid using top-quality land for golf courses, biofuels, or solar farms on prime soil.
Stop Food Waste Now
- Stop wasting food to improve food security and reduce immorality.
- Governments should address food waste seriously to close the gap towards food security.
Solar On Roofs, Not Farmland
- Install solar panels on flat rooftops instead of prime farmland.
- Spread solar installations on industrial buildings to support the grid and preserve productive soil.