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Climate-smart grant holders say ripple effects are mounting

An executive director of a sustainable agriculture nonprofit says rural communities will bear the brunt of USDA funding freezes and firings. Hannah Smith-Brubaker with Pasa Sustainable Agriculture tells Brownfield, “The firings in the federal government, and equally the funding freeze itself, disproportionately is impacting... Read More.

BASF says climate-smart biofuels have longevity

A sustainability market development manager is bullish on decarbonization efforts continuing long into the future. Chad Asmus with BASF tells Brownfield 45Z tax credits allow farmers to be rewarded for their climate-smart efforts. “Low carbon intensity biofuels is not going away,” he says. “Looking... Read More.

Star of the West seeking more climate-smart participation

A climate-smart commodity grant program in Michigan is working to establish markets for food-grade grains. Star of the West Sustainability Director Lisa Woodke tells Brownfield their Climate Smart Crops Program incentivizes farmers to track their production management and incorporation of conservation measures. “Trying to figure out,... Read More.

A commitment to climate-smart practices

Pictured: Indiana farmer Don Villwock at the 2024 NAFB Convention in Kansas City (Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield) A southwest Indiana farmer says he’s made a commitment to climate-smart ag practices. Don Villwock, who also represents 25×25 Solutions from the Land, says his latest focus... Read More.