What Can You Do?

Have you uncovered the truth about feedlots and want to take action? Do you want to see positive change?

1. Vote with your dollar

The single, most impactful way that individuals can demand change and reduce your footprint is by diverting money away from the industry. Choosing to adopt a plant-based vegan lifestyle accounts for 75% less in greenhouse emissions than those who eat more than 100grams of meat per day, and a vegan also results in significantly less harm to land, water and biodiversity, according to new research from the University of Oxford.
Ready to make a change? Take our 30-day vegan challenge here: www.vegan4life.org.au

2. Write to the Queensland Premier

The Queensland government supports the growth of the industry by:

Approving new or expanding feedlots, even when they pose a risk to the environment and people,
Failing to take meaningful action against feedlots who continually cause harm to the environment, and;
Financially supporting the industry with taxpayer funding through grants

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3. Contact the Supermarkets

The two major Australian supermarkets often make bold claims about their sustainability and animal welfare credentials, however, 80% of beef in Australian supermarkets is sourced from feedlots like those featured on this website.

Contact Coles and Woolworths and let them know that you will no longer be purchasing these products, and demand more transparency and truth in labelling about where their beef comes from.

4. Spread the word

Most people are surprised to learn about how big the Australian Feedlot industry is. Feedlots are hidden from the public, and the majority of Australians will never see one. We want to change that. Share this website with your friends and family so they can learn the truth.

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Dear Premier Miles,

I am writing to you to express my deep concerns regarding the intensive agriculture sector, particularly the feedlot industry, in Queensland. As a concerned citizen, I urge your government to take immediate action to address the detrimental impacts of feedlots on animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and public health.

Firstly, I strongly advocate for the establishment of an independent regulator dedicated to overseeing the animal welfare and environmental management of the intensive agriculture sector in Queensland. It is imperative that stringent regulations and oversight mechanisms are put in place to ensure better oversight of animal welfare in feedlots and that environmental degradation is minimised through responsible management practices.

Secondly, I urge you to halt the approval of new feedlots or expansions of existing ones, especially those situated near waterways or in flood hazard areas. The proximity of feedlots to water sources poses significant risks of pollution and contamination, threatening the health of aquatic ecosystems and endangering public health. We must safeguard our precious water resources and mitigate the adverse impacts of feedlot operations by implementing stricter zoning regulations and environmental assessments.

Lastly, I implore you to reconsider taxpayer-funded grants and subsidies that support the feedlot industry. Instead, I urge you to redirect these funds towards promoting sustainable and ethical farming practices that prioritise animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and community well-being.

In conclusion, I urge you to take decisive action to address the pressing issues surrounding the feedlot industry in Queensland. By establishing independent regulation, halting further expansion, and redirecting support towards sustainable alternatives, we can pave the way for a more humane, environmentally conscious, and socially responsible agricultural sector.

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I look forward to your prompt action and commitment to protecting the interests of our community and our environment.

Sincerely,

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