Climate and Grazing Land

We often see pieces on climate change and its impact on agriculture. Many of these articles are focused on the impact to cash crops,  but a recent study by the University of Minnesota takes a closer look at the impact of climate change on grazing areas. We invite you to read through the linked article and utilize the discussion points provided to guide your conversations around the globe!

Global Grazing Lands Increasingly Vulnerable to a Changing Climate

Discussion Points

• What did this study find? Be specific?
• Why can grazing land be at a higher risk due to climate change than some other areas?
• Many points were shared regarding climate change and global grazing areas. Of all the points shared which did you find most surprising and why?
• In your opinion what can be done to combat climate change in grazing areas? Justify your reasoning.