From Farms to Finance: The Hidden Risks and Path Forward (Part 2)
Pradeep Motwani -CEO at Terrablu Climate Technologies Pvt Ltd
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], February 09: In Part 1, we examined how India’s agricultural carbon credit market promises to transform farming from an emissions source into a climate solution, but warned of troubling patterns emerging as agrochemical and pesticide companies dominate this new value chain. Part 2 explores the specific risks farmers face and outlines a comprehensive path forward.
Yield Risks and the Transparency Gap
Another critical concern is food security. If carbon farming reduces yields, farmers lose far more than they gain from carbon payments. Several studies indicate that the transition to certain sustainable or low-input agricultural practices can initially reduce crop yields, particularly during the ear...