125 years of tradition: the last farmer of Bühnsdorf in change

125 years of tradition: the last farmer of Bühnsdorf in change

Bühnsdorf, Deutschland - in the picturesque Bühnsdorf, where tradition meets modern agriculture, Cedric Rieken leads with a lot of passion to the family -run farm of the Riekens, which has been in operation for over 125 years. The 30-year-old manages the only remaining main business farm in the region and holds 2000 mast pigs there. The animals come to the courtyard at the age of three months, where they grow into their ideal weight of 120 to 125 kilograms in light, airy stables with underfloor heating. The farmer emphasizes that animal husbandry has been significantly improved today, compared to older methods that hardly ensured animal -friendly conditions. "We young farmers understood that we have to be open and have to explain our job to the citizens," explains Rieken, who also regularly invites school classes to his farm in order to show the bullying of the pigs up close, as reported by KN online.

transparency and animal welfare in pig farming

While Rieken continues his business in traditional animal husbandry, there are also innovative efforts in biological agriculture. According to the Research Institute for Biological Agriculture (FIBL), strategies are being developed that not only promote the health of the piglets, but also integrate environmentally friendly breeding methods. The new manual, which is available in the FIBL shop, includes practical tips to improve the well-being of the animals and at the same time reduce the environmental impact. For example, the pigletter can be set up to protect newborn piglets from cold and to promote the natural behavior of the pigs.

The need to correct existing practices and the implementation of new approaches is underlined by upcoming changes in legislation. From January 1, 2025, new rules for the “Animal Welfare” label will apply, which the farmers require a quick adjustment. Cedric Rieken hopes for planning security from politics to ensure a smooth transition. This emphasizes that it is crucial to include farmers in this change process and find solutions that meet both the needs of the animals and the ecological requirements, as shown in the study on animal -friendly and environmentally friendly pig farming.

The combination of traditional and innovative animal husbandry shows that with commitment and openness, new ways of going to agriculture can be followed that benefit both the animals and are more environmentally friendly.

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