MeLa agricultural trade fair: discussion about food security and climate goals!

MeLa agricultural trade fair: discussion about food security and climate goals!

In Mühlengeez, a small town in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the 34th Mecklenburg Agricultural Exhibition, or MeLa for short, shines in all its glory. The trade fair, which is open until Sunday, is attracting everyone's attention with its diversity of around 900 national and international exhibitors and over 60,000 expected visitors. The event is an important focal point for agriculture in the region, which cultivates more than half of its land and provides tens of thousands of jobs in this sector. stern.de reports that Prime Minister Manuela Schwesig ceremoniously opened the trade fair.

The traditional Farmers' Day will take place on Friday at 10 a.m. and Agriculture Minister Till Backhaus will take part in a panel discussion together with Karsten Trunk, President of the MV Farmers' Association, and Oliver Mußhoff, Professor of Agricultural Management at the Georg-August University of Göttingen. The topics of food security, defense preparedness and climate goals are at the center of the exciting debate. n-tv.de emphasizes that the discussions at the farmers' day address the pressing questions of the time.

Fascination with agriculture

The agricultural sector not only has great economic importance, but is also a central part of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's identity. The fair covers an impressive 380,000 square meters of space, both indoors and outdoors, and provides a platform for the presentation of more than 800 animals, including cattle, horses and even the ancient English Orpington breed, considered the “star” of MeLa. stern.de impressively describes how visitors can admire the variety of presentations.

Another highlight is the specialist forum, in which 13 lectures and discussions take place. Topics such as algae production and renewable energies show the industry's innovative strength and the pursuit of sustainable development. Because the idea of ​​sustainability is becoming more and more central. Studies, as recently presented on landwirtschaft.de, emphasize that more sustainable agriculture is possible, especially through moderate meat avoidance and reducing food waste.

The challenge of food security

The challenge of achieving climate goals while ensuring food security also occupied the discussion participants. In particular, high meat consumption is being questioned, while strategies such as the EU Green Deal and proposals at federal level, such as the 2030 Climate Protection Program, are intended to pave the way to sustainable agriculture. However, the critical voices also warn that a too rapid switch to organic farming could endanger global food security. Finding a balance is of utmost importance.

MeLa not only offers perspectives for the present, but also takes a look into the future of agriculture. This means it remains an indispensable part of regional life and an important meeting point for all players in the industry.