Dartmoor Ponies grazing in Dartmoor National Park.

The video discusses the decline in Dartmoor pony numbers and their market value. It explores the potential for a sustainable market by using ponies as a meat source, a concept supported by Princess Anne. Public opinion is divided, with some opposing the idea due to ethical concerns and the impact on tourism. The video concludes by suggesting that human consumption could ironically aid in the ponies' survival.

What is one proposed solution to create a sustainable market for Dartmoor ponies?

• Breeding them for racing

• Consuming them as meat

• Using them as show ponies

• Exporting them to other countries

Why is exporting Dartmoor ponies considered too costly?

• There is limited international demand

• They are too large to transport

• They require special transportation

• Export taxes are too high

What did Princess Anne suggest regarding the care of horses?

• They should be exported to other countries

• They should be used for tourism

• They should be used in sports

• Owners might care better if they could sell them for meat

What is a common public sentiment about eating Dartmoor ponies?

• It is completely rejected

• It is met with mixed feelings

• It is seen as a necessary evil

• It is widely accepted

What is one potential benefit of human consumption of Dartmoor ponies?

• It would reduce their population

• It might ensure their future survival

• It could increase tourism

• It would make them more valuable as pets