Take Action: Protect Climate-Smart Agriculture Funding

The United States is at a critical juncture in the fight against climate change. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) allocated $19.5 billion toward vital conservation programs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. These funds are intended to support climate-smart agriculture and conservation practices that reduce emissions, enhance soil health, and protect our natural resources.

However, this crucial funding is now under threat as Congress negotiates a new farm bill. Some members of Congress are proposing to divert the money to other programs or remove the “climate-smart” requirement, undermining the very purpose of these funds. We cannot allow short-sighted politics to derail our efforts to address the climate crisis.

Tell your congressional representative to stand firm in protecting the climate-smart agriculture funding from the IRA. We must ensure that these resources are used as intended—to support farmers in adopting sustainable practices and building a more resilient food system.

Investing in climate-smart agriculture is essential for mitigating the impacts of climate change and protecting the long-term viability of our agricultural sector. By supporting farmers in transitioning to more sustainable practices, we can enhance soil health, reduce water pollution, conserve wildlife habitat, and safeguard our food supply for future generations.

The time for action is now. We must keep our commitments to address the climate crisis.
Contact your representative today and urge them to defend the climate-smart agriculture funding.

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