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In the heart of Germany, a thought-provoking comment has been made ahead of the upcoming concert featuring the state youth choirs of Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, scheduled for this coming Saturday at the Church of the Holy Trinity.
The speaker, addressing the gathering, questioned the sustainability of current practices, particularly in the agricultural sector. The concern stems from the situation with potatoes, as farmers struggle to sell their produce due to supermarkets purchasing potatoes from overseas, such as Egypt and Israel, instead of supporting local farmers.
This shift towards imported potatoes has led to an unfortunate scenario where unsold potatoes are being dumped into silage, a practice that goes against the principles of sustainability. The speaker expressed his concern about this situation, highlighting the year 2025 as a critical point.
In a seemingly related comment, the speaker also pointed out the production of bioethanol from wheat for E10 production. This process, while aimed at promoting renewable energy, was seen as a potential inconsistency in sustainability efforts, given the request for citizens to reduce plastic use.
Despite these concerns, the concert with the state youth choirs is set to take place at the Church of the Holy Trinity, providing a much-needed moment of respite for the community. The concert will feature local talent, symbolising the shift towards local sourcing in other sectors, such as the food industry.
In Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, apples and potatoes are primarily purchased by local customers who favour 'local-for-local' products, as well as by regional wholesale markets and retailers who distribute them within Germany and sometimes export them at competitive prices. This trend supports processors and the food sector emphasising regional cultivation and processing.
As we approach the concert day, let us reflect on the speaker's comments and consider our role in promoting sustainability in our daily lives. The concert with the state youth choirs at the Church of the Holy Trinity promises to be a memorable event, not just for its musical performances, but also for the conversations it sparks about the future of our community and our planet.
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