The Fur Trade Industry

The Fur Trade A Look at North America's Oldest Industry The fur industry is the first to be developed in the New World, and continues to be an essential and enriching aspect of culture in North America. Economic In a recent study it was found that "on the same area of land over a 100-year time period, the value of fur production is higher than forestry value." In 2011. In 2012. At $94 . ..... .... per pelt Exports of pelts and furs exceeded $706 million for Canada, up 33% from the previous year. 3.1 million mink pelts were global fur trade activity totaled $15 billion dollars. exported from the USA, making $291.5 million for farmrs at 94.30 per pelt. Employment 70,000 Canadians are employed by the fur industry and jobs are provided in various aspects of the industry: Trappers The "eyes and ears" of the fur industry. They are on the ground and are the first line of defense in protecting wildlife habitats. 60,000 active trappers in Canada 25,000 are aboriginal Family Farms Fur farming sustains rural communities that have been hurt by technological advancements in agriculture production. 300 85% Mink farms thrive in the USA 292 Of fur produced worldwide comes Liscensed fur farms in Canada from farms. Artisans A tradition of craft is maintained in the Fur Trade, despite many other skilled industries succumbing to mechanization and the demands of capitalism. Over. 1 MILLION skilled craftman work in the Fur Industry. Fur Dependant There are 815 fur-dependent businesses in Canada alone. SERVICES Feed & Equipment Veterinary Research Business Services Transportation Ecosystem Many think of the fur trade as a ruthless and inhumane industry but in actuality it has grown and developed significantly in its treatment of the environment and animals. Sustainable Biodegradable Humane Natural Resources Organic Material Ethical Treatment Alternatives are generally synthetic, petroleum-based material. Fur deteriorates over the years, it can eventually be used as compost. The fur trade assures, animals used for their pelts are treated fairly and ethically. World Conservation Union Surplus of Resources Petrochemicals Trained Professionals Trappers and fur farms must be properly trained and follow regulations by the W.CU. The Fur Trade makes use of Faux fur is made of surplus resources that chemicals that pollute nature creates. lanfill for centuries. Fur is Sustainable Less Waste Less Death Conservationists consider this "sustainable use. Only 25% of Animals killed each year are Animals on fur farms are fed aricultural waste. killed for fur. A Small Part of the Global Whole In 2011, total sales for the Americas, at $1.2 billion, were only 7% of the global total! Other parts of the world. 60 40 20 7% 35% 28% 27.5% AMERICAS ASIA EUROPE EURASIA New techniques in shearing, dying, and knitting have made fur the "fabric" of choice for 400 designers across the globe. However. 62% $15 BILLION $71 BILLION III The fur industry is expected to grow 62% by 2016. Global Total Textile Industry. of Fur Trade. The Fur Trade is much more than the "vanity" of fashion, it is an industry that employs, sustains, and remains an integral part of the economy in many parts of the world. North America is just a small part of a global economic community grounded in creating goods from sustainable natural resources. Sources: http://thechronicleheraldca/novascotia/1130471-mink-industry-in-the-pink http://www.fur.ca/files/info_sheets/Info%20Sheet%20-%20About%20Facts%20and%20Figurespdf http://www.furisgreen.com/ http://www.wearefur.com/latest/news/global-fur-sales-all-time-high-demand-continues-grow http://wwwfurcommission.com/farming/production/ http://old.furcommission.com/resource/Resources/ITC:pdf http://www.efurmedia.com/indexphp?option%=com_content&view=article&id=1011&Itemid=55&lang-tr http://www.textileworld.com/Articles/2013/January/January_February_issue/Textiles_2013html http://www.internetretailer.com/2012/02/27/e-retail-spending-increase-45-2016 http://www.fur.org (G)