Environmental Impact of Pig Farming in Spain

What is the primary environmental issue caused by pig farming in Spain?

• Deforestation

• Air pollution

• Soil erosion

• Water pollution

How has pig farming changed in Spain over the past few decades?

• Increased use of technology

• Decrease in pig population

• Shift to cooperative farming models

• More focus on organic farming

What traditional practice was common in Spanish pig farming?

• Indoor pig farming

• Free-range Iberian pigs

• Genetic modification of pigs

• Use of chemical fertilizers

What is the role of cooperatives in modern pig farming in Spain?

• They increase the cost for farmers

• They provide animals, food, and healthcare

• They focus on organic farming

• They reduce the number of pigs per farm

What is a significant consequence of pollution from pig farms on local communities?

• Better agricultural yields

• Health issues and water contamination

• Improved local economy

• Increased tourism

What is a major challenge in addressing pollution from pig farms?

• High cost of farming

• Insufficient labor

• Difficulty in proving pollution sources

• Lack of technology

What is the main focus of the legal case discussed in the video?

• Animal rights violations

• Human rights violations due to livestock pollution

• Illegal farming practices

• Tax evasion by pig farmers

What is a potential outcome of the legal case discussed in the video?

• Reduction in meat prices

• Increase in pig farming activities

• Compensation for affected communities

• Closure of all pig farms in Spain

What global issue is linked to livestock pollution as discussed in the video?

• Overfishing

• Antibiotic resistance

• Climate change

• Deforestation

What percentage of rivers, streams, and lakes in the United States are polluted by excess nutrients?

• 60%

• 10%

• 25%

• 40%