May 7, 2021

Federal climate change proposals face scrutiny by California Farm Bureau

Noting that climate goals outlined May 6 by the Biden administration will have real, on-the-ground implications for farmers and ranchers, the California Farm Bureau urged the administration to listen to farmers’ and ranchers’ voices as it fleshes out its “30 x 30” plan.

California Farm Bureau President Jamie Johansson said the administration’s plan appropriately acknowledges the role farmers, ranchers and foresters already play and can play in addressing climate change, but said that acknowledgement must carry through as the plan is implemented.

“The voluntary efforts California farmers already perform – such as cover cropping, no-till farming and the establishment of land-conservation tools such as easements – should be accounted for as government agencies refine working-lands policies,” Johansson said. “We will work with the administration to ensure it considers the practical implications of its policies for farmers and ranchers.”