BANGOR DAILY NEWS • October 24, 2022
The changing climate threatens our state’s $3.6 billion agricultural industry. With 7,600 farms and more than 1.3 million acres in farmland, Maine’s agriculture industry is at increasing risk. Fortunately, with effort, we can modify our agricultural practices to lessen the effects of climate change and be more resilient. Over the last several years, Maine has gained significant momentum in our fight against climate change. We must sustain our efforts going forward. As a PhD soil scientist, business owner and state legislator, I see a number of promising projects around the state. The agricultural sector nationally is responsible for 11 percent of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. A growing body of research shows that regenerative farming can mitigate climate change and help soil regain its fertility and resiliency. ~ Rep. Laurie Osher, Orono