@Chiquidrakula
The notion that plants experience suffering comparable to animals is a common misconception. While plants are indeed living organisms, they lack the neurological structures—such as brains and nervous systems—that are necessary for the experience of pain and suffering. Unlike animals, which can feel pain and have subjective experiences due to their complex physiological systems, plants respond to stimuli in ways that are not indicative of feeling pain.
Furthermore, arguing that harming plants is morally equivalent to harming animals trivializes the real suffering faced by sentient beings. Animals have emotional and physical capacities that allow them to experience distress, fear, and pain. This is evidenced by their behavior in response to harmful situations and their desire for well-being. In contrast, the response of plants to environmental stimuli is purely biological and does not indicate awareness or suffering.
Moreover, it is essential to recognize that choosing a plant-based diet can actually decrease harm to both plants and animals. The vast majority of plants grown for agriculture are fed to animals raised for meat, resulting in significant plant destruction, as well as the unnecessary suffering of those animals. By adopting a vegan lifestyle, individuals contribute to a food system that minimizes harm to all forms of life.
Ultimately, ethical considerations should focus on the capacities of sentient beings. Recognizing the differences between plants and animals is crucial for having a coherent and consistent moral framework in discussions about diet and compassion.
(Thanks ChatFTA).
https://sentientmedia.org/do-plants-feel-pain/
@linuzifer