> In The Netherlands the government tries to buy out farmers
You're right, I've read about that.
> they have to promise not to start a farm elsewhere
They can farm elsewhere, but not in animal agriculture, right?
I may be wrong, but imho they can still get into plant farming, like growing vegetables, fruits or agroforestry. It would not be very logical otherwise.
I think the Dutch government is concerned about use of fertilizer as well (nitrogen emissions?), so they prefer farmers to just stop, is my understanding.
The Dutch government set a really high bar for itself regarding reduction in nitrogen emissions (much higher than required by EU regulations) which is why farmers must go. Germany and Belgium allow for much higher nitrogen emissions, so it's not really a concern in these neighbouring countries.
There are regenerative methods of farming not dependend on animals, fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides. Syntropic, natural, veganic farming, to name just a few.
Probably. I'd guess using some fertiliser can't be bad either, maybe not overdoing it?
I live in Thailand & my girlfriend got a farm. She does use fertiliser (poo from pigs, I sometimes have to carry the bags). And she avoids pesticides and herbicides, so we can eat more organic.
Buying veggies and fruits at the local markets in Thailand will contain many pesticides - not great for long term health I'm sure.
You're right, I've read about that.
> they have to promise not to start a farm elsewhere
They can farm elsewhere, but not in animal agriculture, right?
I may be wrong, but imho they can still get into plant farming, like growing vegetables, fruits or agroforestry. It would not be very logical otherwise.