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Abstract
Scientific understanding regarding
causes of climate change is maturing.
Earlier indications that atmospheric
CO2 is the primary cause have been
challenged by recent studies.
Evidence against anthropogenic
global warming is mounting.
Subsidized alternative fuel initiatives
may run out of support once
political opinion aligns with
scientific realities. First steps toward
policy statements within
professional organizations that
reflect our current understanding of
forces driving climate change are
called for. We as farm or timberland
managers, investors, lenders,
appraisers or consultants in these
fields should update our
understanding. Agriculture’s
potential contribution toward cost
effective alternative fuel sources and
energy independence is discussed.