C. Heindorf , B. Altmann , E. Varela , N. Zafra-Calvo , G. Cortés Capano , L.M. Kmoch , L. Flinzberger , M.C. Camporese , A.B. Polas , T. Guo , T. Plieninger
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Animal board invited review: A biocultural perspective of animal farming systems in Europe
Europe’s landscapes have evolved through the intricate interplay of natural processes and human activities, one of which is animal farming; thus, historically creating biocultural landscapes rich in biological and cultural diversity. However, agricultural intensification has neglected and altered the role of animals within landscapes, and undermines the potential of more extensive animal farming systems to create sustainable landscapes, as an alternative to highly industrialised and high-density animal production, which is responsible for a wide range of environmental trade-offs. We present a biocultural diversity (BCD) framework to emphasise the contributions of animal farming systems to landscape sustainability from a social-ecological perspective. By applying a biocultural lens across three European case studies —peatland restoration in Germany, wildfire control in the Mediterranean, and hay milk production in the Alpine region— we demonstrate how animal farming systems can contribute to biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, and cultural values. We discuss the need for evolving scientific approaches using a BCD Framework to shift the perception of animal farming from a threat to a solution for sustainability. Our cases highlight how a biocultural approach allows for a comprehensive evaluation of human-nature relationships, promoting sustainable practices and addressing environmental challenges. Benefits include creating multifunctional landscapes, conserving biodiversity, enhancing genetic diversity, and preserving traditional knowledge and cultural heritage. However, a decline in traditional practices jeopardises these benefits. To unlock the potential of animal farming systems within landscapes in Europe and beyond, we call for more integrated and transdisciplinary approaches in animal sciences. Biocultural-grounded assessments can inform the transformation of animal farming systems towards animal-based solutions for achieving landscape sustainability on a global scale.
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animal attracts the best research in animal biology and animal systems from across the spectrum of the agricultural, biomedical, and environmental sciences. It is the central element in an exciting collaboration between the British Society of Animal Science (BSAS), Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique (INRA) and the European Federation of Animal Science (EAAP) and represents a merging of three scientific journals: Animal Science; Animal Research; Reproduction, Nutrition, Development. animal publishes original cutting-edge research, ''hot'' topics and horizon-scanning reviews on animal-related aspects of the life sciences at the molecular, cellular, organ, whole animal and production system levels. The main subject areas include: breeding and genetics; nutrition; physiology and functional biology of systems; behaviour, health and welfare; farming systems, environmental impact and climate change; product quality, human health and well-being. Animal models and papers dealing with the integration of research between these topics and their impact on the environment and people are particularly welcome.