A Review-Carbon Farming: Transforming Agriculture for Climate Resilience

Review Article
Kavita Solanki1 Jyostnarani Pradhan2 Hemlata Singh2 Jaya Sinha3 Aman Jaiswal4 Geeta Kumari4 Shiv Nath Suman5 Neeraj6
1 Department of Agriculture, Govt. Madhav Science College, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh-456010, India
2 Department of Botany, Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, College of Basic Sciences and Humanities, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Samastipur-848125, India
3 Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, RPCAU, Pusa, Samastipur, Bihar-848125, India
4 Department of Microbiology, College of Basic Sciences and Humanities, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Samastipur-848125, India
5 Department of Soil Science, Post Graduate College of Agriculture, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Samastipur-848125, India
6 Department of Horticulture, Post Graduate College of Agriculture, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Samastipur-848125, India

Abstract

Carbon farming has emerged as a transformative approach to agricultural sustainability, aiming to sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere while enhancing soil health and agricultural productivity. This article provides an overview of carbon farming practices and their scientific underpinnings, highlighting key techniques such as cover cropping, no-till farming, agroforestry, and biochar application. Drawing upon scientific literature, we discuss the benefits and impacts of carbon farming on climate change mitigation, soil fertility, and ecosystem resilience. Despite its promise, carbon farming faces challenges related to technological, knowledge, and socio-economic barriers. Addressing these challenges requires supportive policies, financial incentives, and capacity-building efforts. Embracing carbon farming holds immense potential to foster climate-resilient agriculture while advancing global climate change mitigation goals.In addition to environmental benefits, carbon farming can yield significant economic advantages for farmers. By participating in carbon credit markets, farmers can earn additional income for implementing sustainable practices that sequester carbon. This financial incentive encourages the adoption of carbon farming methods, which can further bolster farm profitability.