Über viele Jahrhunderte hinweg wurden Pferde überwiegend in der Landwirtschaft, beim Militär und im Transportwesen genutzt (AID, 1996: 3). Das Pferd war sowohl als wirtschaftlicher als auch als militärischer Faktor von Bedeutung. Mit zunehmender Mechanisierung und Motorisierung in Wirtschaft...

Today’s global food production and consumption often stand in sharp contrast to the objectives of sustainable development. Sustainable food products, characterised by higher environmental or ethical standards than conventional equivalents, are therefore an essential mean of addressing this...

There is growing evidence that the current agri-food system is not sustainable, because major environmental and ethical issues challenge the global development. Against this complex background it becomes clear, that sustainable food is a global issue, relevant for individual consumers as well as...

Not only the horse as a living creature, but also equestrian sport, has a positive influence on the general upbringing and development of young people. Although equestrian sport still exerts a strong fascination, it is becoming more difficult to inspire young people to take part in this...