Risk management in agriculture

Periodical

Climate Change and Agriculture

Center for Rural Affairs Task Force Report Nebraska (2005)

The goal of this group was to review objective information about the potential for climate change, its probable causes and likely effects on agriculture, and how agriculture might contribute to solutions. Based on the above information, we determined findings of fact, reached conclusions justified by those facts, and make these recommendations that might be useful for farmers, agricultural organizations, and policymakers to consider. We approached this topic not as experts but rather informed citizens (farmers) to find prudent solutions to complex problems. No one on this task force has been asked to serve because he is an expert. To the contrary, we conducted a study process that makes sense to non-technical people like ourselves. Although the issue of climate change is complicated and far-reaching, prudent actions available to policymakers now can affect change that is beneficial for the future.

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