How much carbon can farmers store in their soil? Nobody’s sure.

How much carbon can farmers store in their soil? This is a critical question that remains unanswered. Dirt holds a massive amount of carbon, making it an important asset in the fight against climate change. However, there is still a lack of understanding about how much carbon farmers can realistically store in their soil. Current soil sampling and measurement techniques are expensive and uncertain, and there is no reliable way for farmers to know exactly how much carbon they are storing. This uncertainty makes it difficult to determine the true impact of climate-smart farming practices, such as planting cover crops and reducing tillage. Despite the lack of certainty, there is potential for agriculture to play a role in carbon sequestration, but it will require further research, investment, and support from the government in the form of the farm bill.