Summary of Los agricultores suizos dan vida al campo

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The video discusses the work of Swiss farmers, who are responsible for maintaining the landscape and protecting the environment. Swiss agriculture is diverse, with a large percentage of farms relying on rocky soil, water, forests, and urban areas. The main focus of Swiss agriculture is dairy cattle. Despite government-provided aid, Swiss farmers often have to find additional work during the winter.

• 00:00:00 Suiza has been a country focused on agriculture for a very long time. Roughly two-thirds of Swiss territory is used for agricultural purposes. Swiss agriculture is diverse, with a large percentage of farms relying on rocky soil, water, forests, and urban areas. The main focus of Swiss agriculture is dairy cattle. Around one-third of Swiss agriculture's total income comes from dairy cattle. Large dairy companies have turned milk from Swiss cows into a variety of dairy products. Despite government-provided aid, Swiss farmers often have to find additional work during the winter. This is particularly true for farmers in mountainous areas. While working on their farms, Swiss farmers are also responsible for maintaining the landscape and protecting the environment. Observing strict environmental standards while respecting genetic diversity and not using pesticides makes Swiss agriculture an excellent model for other countries to follow.
• 00:05:00 In Switzerland, organic farming is on the rise, as many Swiss farms now use techniques that are less damaging to plants against pests and fungus. This has led to a preference for organic products among Swiss consumers, with organic food accounting for a third of all food sold in local supermarkets. One farmer who has embraced modern methods of agriculture is Gabriel De Sousa, who breeds horses on his 200-year-old farm. Using plastic enclosures and horse-drawn plows, De Sousa says he does not need to use pesticides typically. His horses are also used for physiotherapy and for breeding. Switzerland has one of the most advanced animal protection laws in the world, requiring that each species be given the appropriate amount of space, sunlight, and exercise. Food produced on Swiss farms is typically less expensive than food produced in industrialized countries, due in part to the high wages and strict labor laws of Swiss farmers.
• 00:10:00 The video showcases the work of Swiss farmers who raise grapes. The technology used to produce wine is also discussed. The quality of the grapes is determined by the variety, the region, and the microclimate. In contrast to foreign competition, the Kalos family offers its regional specialties with old varieties from the Valley region. On their vineyard, the Calo family has intentionally left some natural islands to protect rare wildlife species. They prioritize nature over night time, since it is our guarantee of future. According to Swiss federal law, in the future, Swiss farmers must continue to be family-owned businesses, not industrial exploitation companies. Their efforts should continue oriented towards the environment, landscape, and population. Farming is more than a profession; it is a vocations and an important component of Swiss culture.