Carbon farming could cut EU agricultural emissions by 30% by 2030

euractiv.com February 4, 2025, 08:00 PM UTC

Carbon farming is gaining attention in the EU as a strategy to cut agricultural greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030. This approach includes practices like cover cropping and agroforestry, which enhance soil's ability to store carbon. Recent EU reforms require member states to allocate 25% of direct payments to eco-schemes promoting sustainable farming. The Carbon Farming CE project supports pilot initiatives across Central Europe, aiming to develop guidelines and promote carbon farming methods. Despite its potential, carbon farming faces challenges, including high costs and complexities in measuring soil carbon levels. The effectiveness of techniques like enhanced rock weathering and biochar varies, and maintaining carbon levels in soil requires consistent management.


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