Incentives for sustainable farming practices will have negative short-term impacts on economic and practical practices, since farms will have to take on the time and effort of starting something new …Read MoreIncentives for sustainable farming practices will have negative short-term impacts on economic and practical practices, since farms will have to take on the time and effort of starting something new even if the cost is offset while their land and other resources may need time to adjust to changes from the norm. Still, the short-term is not the primary concern, as efforts for sustainability are made with the long-term benefits in mind, which should outpace the negative impacts at some point. Incentives for sustainability may help offset some of the initial negatives and ultimately foster continued biodiversity.Read Less
Yes, absolutely. It’s always a hassle at the outset of green initiatives like these, but they tend to have all-around rewarding benefits once in motion. Protecting biodiversity is a laudable goal, …Read MoreYes, absolutely. It’s always a hassle at the outset of green initiatives like these, but they tend to have all-around rewarding benefits once in motion. Protecting biodiversity is a laudable goal, and sustained work toward it will have profound positive environmental consequences. Luckily, this effort also tends to have better economic outcomes in the long run. Sustainable farming typically leads to better land and soil health, as well as improved animal health, which in turn increases the longevity of the sector. It’s a generally good practice, well worth the initial inconvenience.Read Less
Yes, I believe this should be incentivized. There are many benefits to sustainable farming practices, such as improved soil health, improved pollination, reduced pollution, and habitat creation.
Incentives for sustainable farming practices will have negative short-term impacts on economic and practical practices, since farms will have to take on the time and effort of starting something new …Read MoreIncentives for sustainable farming practices will have negative short-term impacts on economic and practical practices, since farms will have to take on the time and effort of starting something new even if the cost is offset while their land and other resources may need time to adjust to changes from the norm. Still, the short-term is not the primary concern, as efforts for sustainability are made with the long-term benefits in mind, which should outpace the negative impacts at some point. Incentives for sustainability may help offset some of the initial negatives and ultimately foster continued biodiversity. Read Less
Yes, absolutely. It’s always a hassle at the outset of green initiatives like these, but they tend to have all-around rewarding benefits once in motion. Protecting biodiversity is a laudable goal, …Read MoreYes, absolutely. It’s always a hassle at the outset of green initiatives like these, but they tend to have all-around rewarding benefits once in motion. Protecting biodiversity is a laudable goal, and sustained work toward it will have profound positive environmental consequences. Luckily, this effort also tends to have better economic outcomes in the long run. Sustainable farming typically leads to better land and soil health, as well as improved animal health, which in turn increases the longevity of the sector. It’s a generally good practice, well worth the initial inconvenience. Read Less
Yes, but with the caveat that the priority should be getting people fed, and if that can be done while protecting biodiversity, I support it.
yes! I feel like incentivizing has potential to have a bigger impact than mandates where people feel like they arent getting anything out of the work.
Yes, I believe this should be incentivized. There are many benefits to sustainable farming practices, such as improved soil health, improved pollination, reduced pollution, and habitat creation.
I selected maybe because I do not know enough about this topic to have an educated opinion.