Not surprised. Neither should you.
Fact: You cant force people to do things, even if its good for them, and expect positive results.
Fact: Society changes only when it is at the precipice of oblivion.
Fact: Animals do not breed or do well in captivity. Neither do people. Planned economies do not have a high success rate. See birth rates and economic activity in South Korea and Japan.
Fact: Markets decide what they want. Grassroots efforts work.