Environmental-ethics Quote by Lierre Keith
““There is no place left for the buffalo to roam. There’s only corn, wheat, and soy. About the only animals that escaped the biotic cleansing of the agriculturalists are small animals like mice and rabbits, and billions of them are killed by the harvesting equipment every year. Unless you’re out there with a scythe, don’t forget to add them to the death toll of your vegetarian meal. They count, and they died for your dinner, along with all the animals that have dwindled past the point of genetic feasibility.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on environmental impact, 2015
The quote highlights how modern agriculture has displaced large wildlife, leaving only small creatures that are also killed, and urges recognition of all animal deaths caused by food production.
In simple terms: Modern farming kills many animals, not just the big ones.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge all animal lives lost to food production.
Themes
environment
agriculture
ethics
species loss
food systems
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
ethical
environmental.
When to use this quote
- dietary choices
- policy advocacy
- farm management
- consumer awareness
- educational campaigns
Key Concepts
ecology
industrial farming
animal rights
biodiversity loss
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance food production with wildlife preservation?
- What steps can individuals take to reduce animal deaths in agriculture?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook the necessity of feeding a growing human population.
