Exploring Further: The Carbon Cycle and Agriculture

What to do now?

  • Review over the USDA 2016 Crop Production Report.
    • As you are researching NC crop production, reflect upon the impact these crops have for jobs and the economy in NC. How might this impact the carbon cycle?
  • Study the infographics on Livestock production.
    • Reflect upon the importance of NC livestock production and its role in supplying food for a growing population. What impact may this have on the carbon cycle?
  • Analyze data on Agriculture's impact on CO2 provided by the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions
  • Watch the YouTube Video Climate, Agriculture, and the Challenges Ahead
  • Complete the FlipGrid blog post

The economic impact of Ag on NC

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Ag, climate change, and a growing population