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- Major Challenges of Sustainability Aspect of Dairy Industry
3a. Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Dairy production contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, primarily through methane released by cows and carbon dioxide from land use changes and energy consumption.
Example: According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the global dairy sector accounts for about 4% of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions.
3b. Water Usage: Dairy farming requires substantial amounts of water for livestock drinking, cleaning, and crop irrigation, leading to water scarcity and pollution in certain regions.
Example: A study published in the journal Nature Sustainability found that producing one liter of milk requires an average of 1020 liters of water globally.
3c. Land Use and Deforestation: Expanding dairy production often leads to deforestation and conversion of natural habitats into pastures or feed crop fields, contributing to biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation.
Example: The conversion of forests into pastures for cattle grazing is a significant driver of deforestation in regions like the Amazon rainforest.
3d. Animal Welfare: Ensuring the well-being of dairy animals is crucial for sustainability, including issues such as confinement, access to pasture, and management of health and stress.
Example: Concerns over animal welfare have led to increased demand for dairy products from farms that adhere to higher welfare standards, such as pasture-based systems.
3e.Food Waste: Dairy products are susceptible to food waste at various stages of production, distribution, and consumption, contributing to resource inefficiency and environmental impact.
Example: A report by the Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) estimated that around 20% of dairy products purchased by households in the UK are wasted.
3f. Energy Consumption: Dairy processing and transportation require significant energy inputs, contributing to carbon emissions and environmental degradation.
Example: A study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production estimated that the dairy industry accounts for approximately 2% of total energy use in the food sector in the United States.
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