Fears a panic reaction to climate report will target farmers

Farmers have expressed fears that panic reaction to the latest climate change report will place an unfair burden on agriculture to cut greenhouse gas emissions.

The IFA said agriculture in Ireland was among the most emission-efficient in the world and it was essential that this was recognised in any international agreements that might place new demands on the sector.

Farming accounts for nearly a third of Ireland’s greenhouse gas and carbon emissions. Agricultural output is due to increase significantly over the coming years.