A new bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. Senate seeks to address climate issues by placing a high priority on putting USDA in the lead of supporting the development of incentives and marketplaces that support agricultural practices and land management decisions that play a key role in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and other climate risks. The legislation received a warm welcome from several agriculture and forestry groups across the country.
More below:
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-climatechange-agriculture-idUSKBN23B23J
https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/501160-bill-aims-to-help-farmers-sell-carbon-credits