The P.E.I. Federation of Agriculture is launching a new five-year plan to prepare and adapt for climate change. The goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2040, starting with a series of key actions including improving soil health, strengthening infrastructure and encouraging innovation through new producer clubs. Nancy Russell reports.
P.E.I farmers have a new five-year plan for adapting to climate change that encourages collaboration and sharing of ideas.
The plan, launched by the P.E.I. Federation of Agriculture, aims to reduce green house gas emissions by 40% by 2040 and make farms more resilient to the impacts of changing weather patterns.
“Farmers, they’re constantly adapting. It’s nothing new. It’s just there’s new challenges being faced,” said Meagan Moynagh, climate action specialist with the P.E.I. Federation of Agriculture.