Future Commission for Agriculture (ZKL) publishes new report
Hannover. What adjustments can be made in the financing of agricultural, environmental, climate and animal protection policies? What does sustainable agriculture look like, for example in terms of restructuring animal husbandry, fertilization, biodiversity conservation and nutritional resilience? The Agriculture Future Commission (ZKL) presented proposed solutions to this today.
For this purpose we will send you the following Statement from Lower Saxony’s Agriculture Minister Miriam Staudte:
“With its recommendations and proposed solutions for climate-friendly and sustainable agriculture, the Future Commission for Agriculture (ZKL) is sending a clear signal to both the future federal government and the new EU Commission: good measures have the best chance of being accepted and implemented if The policy – as with our Lower Saxony Way – is developed collaboratively and in consensus with all relevant actors.
I welcome the considerations to make the complicated fertilizer regulations leaner, more practical and more responsive to polluters. I hope that the ZKL’s proposals for transparent and verifiable operational accounting of nutrient flows and comprehensive impact monitoring will be taken into account across party lines in the upcoming negotiations on the Fertilizer Act. This is the only way we can get away from blanket requirements for all companies.
When it comes to the ZKL’s recommendations for climate adaptation in agriculture, I see us in Lower Saxony already being on the right track. We support companies that have already set out to manage their businesses in a more diverse way, adapting them to today’s and future requirements – for example through more cover crop cultivation, alternative energy production or new marketing channels. The focus is on greater climate resilience. On the way to greater climate protection and economic stability, we support agricultural businesses with appropriate funding, such as our diversification program or the guidelines for more regional added value.
Nevertheless, further incentives are needed. It is therefore good and right that the ZKL is clearly in favor of an end to the old EU agricultural subsidy system and that, instead, the ecological services of farmers should be financially rewarded. I follow this recommendation in its entirety and, with a view to the new funding period of the CAP, I will also advocate for this with the federal government and the EU.”
I support the view of the Agriculture Future Commission that Germany needs courageous, consensus-developed solutions for more climate and environmental protection for future-proof and sustainable agriculture. This is a tool for greater acceptance and to counteract the increasing polarization of our society. I fully share the ZKL’s view that young people must be increasingly involved in the processes.
The ZKL report “Future Agriculture. “A task for society as a whole in difficult times” can be found here here.
Here are two PAA (Perspective, Argument, Application) related questions for the provided interview:
## Interview: Shaping the Future of Agriculture – A Conversation with Experts
**Introduction**
Welcome to World-Today-News’ in-depth exploration of the Future Commission for Agriculture’s (ZKL) new report. Today, we’re joined by two esteemed guests:
* **Dr. [Guest 1 name],** an expert in agricultural policy and sustainability,
* **[Guest 2 name],** a farmer and advocate for innovative agricultural practices.
We’ll be discussing the key recommendations outlined in the ZKL report, exploring their implications for farmers, consumers, and the environment. Let’s dive in!
**Section 1: Balanced Financing – Finding Common Ground**
* Dr. [Guest 1 name], the ZKL report calls for a shift in financing agricultural, environmental, and climate policies. What are the key challenges in achieving this balance, particularly when considering the diverse interests of different stakeholders?
* [Guest 2 name], as a farmer directly affected by these policies, what are your thoughts on the proposed shift in financing? Do you believe it adequately addresses the concerns of farmers, and how can we ensure a fair and equitable transition?
**Section 2: Fertilizer Regulations - Towards Precision and Sustainability**
* Dr. [Guest 1 name], the report advocates for leaner, more responsive fertilizer regulations. What specific changes are being suggested, and how could these changes contribute to reducing environmental impact while maintaining agricultural productivity?
* [Guest 2 name], how do current fertilizer regulations affect your farming practices? Would the ZKL’s recommendations be beneficial in your daily operations, and what potential challenges do you foresee in their implementation?
**Section 3: Adapting to Climate Change – Building Resilience**
* Dr. [Guest 1 name], the report emphasizes the importance of climate adaptation in agriculture. What concrete measures does the ZKL propose for helping farmers adapt to the impacts of climate change, and how effective do you believe these measures will be?
* [Guest 2 name], what steps have you taken on your farm to adapt to changing climatic conditions? What role should government support play in assisting farmers with climate adaptation, and what type of support would be most valuable?
**Section 4: Rewarding Ecological Services – Incentivizing Sustainability **
* Dr. [Guest 1 name], the ZKL report calls for a move away from traditional EU agricultural subsidies and towards rewarding farmers for ecological services. What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of this approach, and how can we ensure fairness and transparency in the implementation of such a system?
* [Guest 2 name], how would you personally feel about being rewarded for providing ecological services on your farm? Do you see this as a viable and motivating incentive for other farmers to adopt more sustainable practices?
**Section 5: Youth Engagement and the Future of Agriculture**
* Both guests, the ZKL report stresses the importance of involving young people in shaping the future of agriculture. What specific strategies can be implemented to encourage youth engagement, and how can we ensure that their voices are heard and valued in policy discussions?
**Conclusion**
Thank you both for providing insightful perspectives on the Future Commission for Agriculture’s report. We hope this discussion has shed light on the complex challenges and opportunities facing the agricultural sector and has inspired further dialog and collaboration towards a more sustainable and resilient future of food production.
