The latest scientific report to analyse the efficacy of the badger cull, in the UK west country, concludes that at best the cull has had a marginal effect on the spread of bovine TB, and at worst the spread of this serous cattle disease is made worse. The results of the report are summarised here.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49938943.
The government and the farming community have repeatedly ignored the scientific evidence. Bovine TB is mostly spread by poor animal husbandry. The disease is spread from cattle to wildlife and some wild species then harbour the disease. Poor cattle husbandry has allowed bovine TB to infect the population of wild badgers and other species.
The government's response has simply been block-headed, and their response is being egged on by farmers who are unwilling to accept the facts. Emotion is dominating evidence and reason. This is becoming increasingly apparent.
The cull is causing unnecessary distress and pain to the badgers. A civilised society should not be turning to the gun to solve problems. I am not advocating direct action by any members of the public to halt this cruel culling but I recommend you that you use your vote and purchasing power carefully.
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