SOS animal feeding in Puglia became a desperate cry from Coldiretti Puglia, which reports the loss of a third of the fodder intended for animals. This situation has caused a sharp increase in the cost of feed, aggravated by the increase in raw material prices on a global scale.
The context is not the easiest: drought and frost have literally put a significant amount of fodder “up in smoke”, making the survival of traditional stables extremely difficult. This fodder emergency has a direct impact on the economic stability of farmers, who also see corn production, vital for livestock feed, halved.
The number of stables has dropped dramatically, from 2,311 to 1,978 in just four years. This reduction is the symptom of a broader crisis involving the entire dairy sector, essential for the economy and cultural identity of Puglia.
The solutions proposed by Coldiretti are not limited to a simple appeal. The organization suggests greater integration of technological and genetic innovations to improve the yield of fodder crops. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the importance of supply chain contracts which can increase cohesion between producers, ensuring a fair and sustainable price for consumers without sacrificing quality.
When a stable closes, it is not just an economic activity that disappears, but a piece of the community. Stables are vital to combat depopulation and keep small towns and disadvantaged rural areas alive. Coldiretti insists on the need to defend these territorial assets to preserve an agri-food heritage that is unique in the world.
In summary, SOS animal feeding in Puglia it is not only a question of economic survival, but also of cultural and social protection. Coldiretti’s proposals aim to create a sustainable future for the sector, where innovation and tradition can coexist harmoniously for the good of the region and its communities.
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