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🌱 Farming’s Green Revolution Could Slash Global Emissions by 33%, Says World Bank

The Future of Food Is Climate-Friendly 🌍

The way we grow our food could be the key to fighting climate change, according to a new World Bank report. The global agrifood system—responsible for one-third of all greenhouse gas emissions—holds massive potential to reduce its carbon footprint by 2030 through smarter farming practices. 💡

Middle-Income Countries Take Center Stage

Middle-income nations (think: economic powerhouses like Brazil and India) emit two-thirds of agrifood-related gases. The report suggests simple fixes:

  • 🌿 Shift to low-emission livestock farming (yes, cows are a big part of the problem!)
  • 🌳 Use forests and ecosystems more sustainably
  • 🔄 Redirect $1 trillion in annual agricultural subsidies toward greener solutions

Rich Nations, Step Up!

High-income countries like the U.S.—the world’s 4th-largest emitter—are urged to share tech know-how and stop subsidizing high-pollution foods. Meanwhile, low-income nations can skip outdated infrastructure and leapfrog to clean alternatives. 🚜➡️⚡

Why This Matters

\"To protect our planet, we need to transform how we produce and consume food,\" says World Bank leader Axel van Trotsenburg. Think of it like swapping a gas-guzzling car for an electric bike—but for entire food systems. 🌎✨

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