Michael’s two cent’s worth:

And is it not better, to do some of these things, SOME of the time, than none of the time?

We should remember also that we are privileged still here in the US — we can actually make these choices because of our plentiful food supply (which is internationally sourced)…in most areas of the developing world, you eat what’s available, and what you can afford to eat.

With rising affluence (relatively) in the developing world, people want ans expect to eat meat — a sign of prosperity and success (and good nutrition too). Meat production (looking at it globally) will rise accordingly.

There is not enough arable land on this planet to plant all the crops to feed everyone. In some areas, societies survive on mostly animal products. Vertical farming will take a radical change in lifestyle and major investments.

In any case, we meat eaters should encourage “ethical omnivorism” and buying locally (less carbon), from pasture fed livestock (for cattle), fed a proper diet (otherwise, if grain-based, then enzymes added to reduce methane), etc.

And, purchase meat (if local, free range is not available) from the discount (close to expiration date) section of the deli. Items here are pretty random (varies type that you eat), which discourages purchase-tracking data-mining which underpins the factory (volume) model of meat production.

Lastly, we should encourage each other to go meatless at least once or twice a week. Learn how to cook a couple of veggie and vegan meals that we like (and there are a few of them ).

But, we should not become eco-evangelists on a crusade; this always creates a backlash in the culture (war) sphere…we already see this will certain eating reality shows, like Man vs. Food, which is embarrassing for me to watch…so wasteful and gluttonous..w

We should all encourage people to do their best, to do what they can or feel motivated to do…like giving up driving a gas-powered automobile…whatever. Applaud every little stride or sacrifice.

This is the way to win converts.

My two cents.