As the weather cools and leaves turn, many young people go back to school to learn, research and continue with their studies, while other researchers explore strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change and ensure our survival for future generations. But an academic setting is not the only place where that type of experimentation, learning, problem-solving and innovation can happen.
We are the next generation of agriculturalists, innovators, problem-solvers and leaders who will shape the industry’s trajectory, and find solutions to some of our most pressing challenges, including climate change and the ever-increasing need to feed our growing population. According to the global food emissions database (EDGAR-FOOD), as reported in a study published in Nature Food, one-third of greenhouse gas emissions can be linked to agriculture, encompassing deforestation, soil tilling and…
