The 25-minute film ‘Save Our Wild Isles – Hungry for Change’ will be screened at 7:15pm on Tuesday, April 22nd, at Millfields and District Social Club in Bromsgrove, organised by Bromsgrove Climate Action, a subgroup of Friends of the Earth. A free event, places can be booked in advance.
Several key issues are highlighted through the film.
- Financial support for farmers: the need to give farmers more resources to store carbon and protect biodiversity on their land, which can help to feed the nation while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- Regenerative agriculture: introducing nature back into farms and wider landscapes, such as wildflower verges, hedgerows, trees, and ponds – all vital habitats for wildlife.
- Reducing food waste: the need to address this significant issue that has a major impact on the environment and our food systems.
One of the most pressing issues explored in the film is the importance of pollinators. In the UK, £603 million per year comes from the contribution of pollinators to the value of food produced. However, since 2004, insect abundance has dropped by 64%.
| Year | UK Insect Abundance |
| 2004 | 100% |
| 2017 | 36% |
This decline is largely due to the UK food system’s intensification, industrialisation, and increased use of pesticides and fertilisers. This has resulted in the biggest cause of biodiversity loss in the UK.
The film argues that if people can reduce their meat consumption by 30%, it would make a significant difference to greenhouse gas emissions and to nature. Bromsgrove Climate Action, the organisation behind the film screening, says that if we can achieve this reduction, we can make a positive impact on the environment.
During the discussion that follows the film, participants will explore ways to bring nature back into the food production system. The event aims to highlight a more regenerative model of agriculture, where nature is brought back to farms and wider landscapes.
Reducing food waste is another key factor. The film explores the importance of reducing waste, not just for the environment, but also for the economy. In the UK, around 20% of food is wasted, which is equivalent to 10 million tonnes of food per year. This has a significant impact on our food systems and the environment.
The film screening is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the impact of our food systems on the environment. It also provides a chance to meet like-minded individuals and engage in a discussion about ways to make a positive impact.
To book your place, email brockley@climateaction.org or scan the QR Code on the picture to book your place.
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