Agriculture
Today’s agricultural policies must promote adequate food supply while accounting for food safety and sustainability concerns, among others. Researchers at RFF examine challenges posed by climate change; social and economic impacts of agricultural land use; and issues at the intersection of energy markets, agriculture, and water resources.
The Impact of Drought on Agriculture
Find out how the US drought monitor is used to estimate this impact.
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Agricultural Nonpoint Source Pollution
Read how water quality trading programs can affect this type of pollution.
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Journal Article — Sep 20, 2020
Greater Contribution From Agricultural Sources to Future Reactive Nitrogen Deposition in the United States
This research identifies protected areas that would benefit most from better reactive nitrogen management strategies.
Resources Magazine — Jun 15, 2020
Confronting Future Environmental Challenges
In this article drawn from an archived issue of Resources, Allen V. Kneese reflects on environmental challenges during the 20th anniversary of Earth Day in 1990.
On the Issues — Dec 13, 2019
The Endangered Species Act, Litigating Climate Change, and More
Connecting this week's environmental and energy news to RFF's economic research.
Journal Article — Sep 20, 2020
Greater Contribution From Agricultural Sources to Future Reactive Nitrogen Deposition in the United States
This research identifies protected areas that would benefit most from better reactive nitrogen management strategies.
Journal Article — Dec 9, 2019
Dynamic Impacts of US Energy Development on Agricultural Land Use
This paper examines land-use changes over time as agricultural landowners adjust when in close proximity to oil and gas development.
Report — Sep 15, 2019
Smart Cities & Communities: Water Challenges in Smart Cities
Dentons Global Smart Cities & Communities Think Tank, Fall 2019 Global-Thought Report.
RFF Live — Dec 17, 2019
Healthy Soils for a Healthier Planet
Highlighting the important role of soil health in finding climate solutions
Workshop/Seminar — Dec 6, 2017
The Future of Agriculture: Rebounding Nature
The National Museum of Natural History and Resources for the Future invite you to join Jesse Ausubel, Director and Senior Research Associate of the Program for the Human Environment at Rockefeller University, for a look into the future as he explores how precision agriculture and better sources of food and fuel can benefit the natural world.
Workshop/Seminar — Feb 19, 2013
Agricultural Biotechnology and the Environment: Perspectives on the Next 10 Years
Panelists at this seminar analyzed how concerns over labeling of food from GM animals may affect the marketing, development, and economic viability of such innovative products.
Press Release — May 28, 2019
New Episode of Resources Radio on Biodiversity, Food Security, and Sustainability
Sue Lieberman discusses habitat loss, species extinction, and other threats to biodiversity in this episode of Resources Radio.
Press Release — Apr 9, 2019
New Episode of Resources Radio on the Farm Bill
Press Release — Mar 12, 2019
New Episode of Resources Radio on Coffee in a Changing Climate
Resources Magazine — Jun 15, 2020
Confronting Future Environmental Challenges
In this article drawn from an archived issue of Resources, Allen V. Kneese reflects on environmental challenges during the 20th anniversary of Earth Day in 1990.
On the Issues — Dec 13, 2019
The Endangered Species Act, Litigating Climate Change, and More
Connecting this week's environmental and energy news to RFF's economic research.
Resources Radio — Sep 17, 2019
Market Solutions for Water Pollution, with Cathy Kling
Daniel Raimi and Cathy Kling discuss algae blooms occurring across the US and their connection to unregulated nutrient runoff from agricultural land.