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 Apr. 21, 2021
Source: blog by Portia Stewart, Farm Journal Carbon markets have often been described as the Wild West. What do farmers want to know before they make a decision to sign on the dotted line? In a March Farm Journal Pulse Poll, we asked: "What is the biggest reason why you would NOT participate in a carbon market?" Here's how respondents answered: 15% Payment not worth the effort 9% Carbon markets aren't developed enough 7% Not enough benefit for farmers 5% Don't want to share my data 64% I need more information I can trust In the recent Farm Country Update, "The Three Biggest Trends in Carbon Markets," Oregon livestock producer Kelley Delpit said producers should ask themselves these questions to make a decision. • What's your motivation entering into carbon markets and transitioning to regenerative practices? • What benefits do you hope to accrue? Is it financial, improving soil health, improving livestock weights or another metric? • How are you prepared to adapt your existing practices to implement regenerative practices? • What local support network exists-such as state and federal agencies, local NGOs, universities, and other producers-to help guide you through your transition? For three webinars on Carbon Credits click here. Tweet |
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