October 2023

Denmark Veterinary Factsheet

A Veterinary Approach to Sustainable Food and Farming

Alongside the successful launch of the UK Veterinary Factsheet at the 2023 BCVA Congress, VetSalus and Vet Sustain were delighted to launch a translated version for danish farm veterinary professionals at the 2023 Danish Veterinary Association (DDD) conference.

Farming is often cited as a major contributor to climate change through impacts on global warming and the environment. As the global population increases past the 8 billion mark, the role of sustainable farming has never been so important. Farm vets as trusted advisors and advocates are integral to supporting sustainable and regenerative farming practices. Through their wide-reaching influence, farm vets can offer solutions and lead conversations championing a ‘less and better’ philosophy.

But what are the facts? It can be difficult for vets to navigate the complexity and conflicting information regarding this subject. Within the factsheet we outline some of the key considerations to inspire vets when approaching these conversations with farmers, and to act as a starting point towards encouraging a more regenerative mindset.

David Black, Managing Director of VetSalus said
“After feedback from veterinary colleagues we set out to develop a user-friendly resource for vet professionals to inspire and enable them to have discussions around sustainability in agriculture; we have provided concepts and evidence to help initiate and maintain meaningful dialogue, thus avoiding polarising debate”
Ed Bailey, Chair of Vet Sustain said
“Sustainable food and farming is a complex and nuanced subject in which there are many different competing views. This can feel overwhelming as a practising vet trying to navigate conversations with farmers, colleagues or friends who look to us for knowledge and advice. This resource is a starting point to help engage and understand more about the challenges and solutions.”

The free resource is specifically designed for large animal practitioners hoping to gain a wider understanding of the topic of sustainable farming. Covering a range of topics including animal welfare, water, soil, biodiversity and emissions, the factsheet discusses the challenges and solutions of each area.

Rune Friis Kristensen, Director of Dyrlaeger & Ko and VetSalus Executive Officer said:
“This is an excellent and easy-to-read summary of some of the key areas that farm vets will want to be familiar with when discussing sustainability with their clients and colleagues. This resource is a great starting point for further learning and exploration, to help vets be comfortable in this area.”

VetSalus and Vet Sustain hope that the fact sheet will help to enable and inspire farm vets when discussing the future of sustainable food production with farmers.

Access the free resource

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