Weeds – Journal of the Asian-Pacific Weed Science Society
| Volume |
Issue |
Publication year |
Page No |
Type of article |
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7 |
1 |
2025 |
15-18 |
Perspective |
Observations on a Changing World
Robert L. Zimdahl
Email:
r.zimdahl@colostate.edu
Address:
Professor Emeritus, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA 80524
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Abstract:
This is not a report of scientific research. This is an opinion piece that explores the Earth, our science, the environment, education, values, and some of my thoughts on what we ought to do and our responsibilities in a changing world. I have previously expressed my opinions on a wide range of topics relevant to science, agriculture, the environment, education and ethics 1. We have not achieved a sustainable society, and certainly not a sustainable agriculture. Students and others involved in agriculture do not question the sustainability of our food systems or our way of life. They ought to. In this piece, I pose several questions regarding the moral justifications and ethics of agriculture, as concerns about the widespread human impacts and environmental harm associated with agriculture are increasingly being felt, along with public fears about technology and food quality standards.