Feb 17 • 17:00 UTC 🇭🇷 Croatia Narod.hr

Famous Actor Goran Višnjić Against Mega Chicken Farms: Let's Not Allow Pollution and Smell

Goran Višnjić raises awareness about the environmental threats posed by planned mega chicken farms in Sisačko-moslavačka County, Croatia.

Goran Višnjić, a renowned actor with a successful career in the United States, has released a video warning about a serious and long-term threat looming over Sisačko-moslavačka County in Croatia. The planned construction of 18 mega chicken farms and slaughterhouses, along with two additional sites, has sparked significant concern among the local population. Višnjić emphasizes that these industrial projects are associated with permanent water and air pollution, unbearable odors, enormous waste generation, and severe health implications for the community and the natural environment.

In his message, Višnjić draws parallels with a similar project undertaken by the investor in Ukraine, where the local residents have suffered from dried-up wells, contaminated water, and intolerable smells for years. He questions why such detrimental practices should be allowed in Croatia, particularly in areas near the Sava River, the beautiful clear Kupa River, and Lonjsko Polje, which are home to many people. While proponents of these mega farms claim they represent investment opportunities, Višnjić argues that the reality shows imported crops, exported meat, and predominantly foreign labor, leaving locals without the promised benefits.

Višnjić's plea reflects a larger movement against the establishment of mega farms in the region, as both citizens and local representatives like Petir oppose the environmental degradation and possible health risks. The situation highlights growing concerns over ecological threats in Croatia, as residents rally together to resist such industrial encroachments in their communities.

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