Putting Carbon Back Where It Belongs: The Potential of Carbon Sequestration in the Soil - Foresight Brief

This brief examines how agricultural practices contribute to climate change through carbon oxidation and explores the potential of alternative methods to mitigate this impact. By evaluating diverse global studies and data, the text analyses options like agroforestry, cover crops, and improved grazing management. The document finds that while conventional farming causes substantial soil erosion and biodiversity loss, regenerative practices can sequester considerable atmospheric carbon back into topsoil. These methods enhance soil organic matter, water capacity, and nutrient supply