Extreme Weather Challenges Farmers to Boost Climate Resilience Strategies

Alissa White with American Farmland Trust joined us to provide insight into climate resilience efforts and strategies to help farmers manage weather-related risks.

HUNTINGTON, Vt. (RFD NEWS) — Farming comes with a number of moving variables, and one constant uncertainty always in play is the weather, with shifting conditions and extreme events continuing to challenge agricultural operations across the country.

Alissa White, New England deputy director for American Farmland Trust, joined us on Wednesday’s Market Day Report for a closer look at how weather extremes have impacted American farmers over time and the strategies being worked on to address these challenges in the future.

In her interview with RFD NEWS, White explained how weather extremes have impacted American farmers over time and why building resilience has become increasingly important. She also outlined American Farmland Trust’s approach to addressing these challenges.

In closing, White outlined how American Farmland Trust supports farmers as they adapt to changing conditions and how producers can connect with their representatives or access additional AFT business planning resources.

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