[GA - passed] Promoting Climate-Resilient Farming

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Promoting Climate-Resilient Farming
Category: Enviromental | Industry Affected: Agriculture
Proposed by: Brisdon | Onsite Topic​
The World Assembly,

Recognizing the significant global impact of climate change on crop production, which threatens the livelihoods of millions of farmers and the economies of agriculture-dependent member states worldwide;

Acknowledging the vulnerability of crops to changing weather patterns, including increased temperatures, altered rainfall patterns, extended periods of drought;

Understanding that sustainable crop production is crucial not only for economic stability but also for preserving biodiversity and cultural heritage;

The WA hereby enacts as follows:



  1. Definitions:
    1. "Climate change" refers to significant variations in average weather conditions over extended periods, leading to changes such as increased temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and more frequent extreme droughts.

    2. "Biodiversity" encompasses the variety of life on a planet, including terrestrial, marine, and desert ecosystems, and the ecological complexes they are part of.

    3. "Temperature Shifts" denote changes in the frequency and distribution of specific temperature ranges over time.

    4. "Early Warning System" comprises hazard monitoring, forecasting, disaster risk assessment, and preparedness activities to mitigate climate-related risks in agriculture.

  2. Establishes the International Council of Agricultural Research, hereinafter referred to as "the Council," which shall:
    1. Promote climate-resilient farming practices worldwide, focusing on enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in the face of climate change impacts such as droughts, floods, and extreme weather events;

    2. Assist member states in formulating and implementing national policies aimed at climate resilience, including the establishment of early warning systems tailored to local agricultural needs;

    3. Conduct comprehensive assessments of the vulnerability of farming regions in member states to climate change impacts, including shifts in temperature, precipitation patterns, and areas prone to drought;

    4. Organize regular international conventions and workshops, in collaboration with relevant organizations, research institutions, and regional farming industries, to develop and disseminate climate adaptation strategies;

    5. Foster collaboration among member states to integrate climate-resilient practices into agricultural policies and practices.

  3. The WA General Fund may be used to support the functioning and research activities of the Council.

  4. Member states may adopt various measures, such as:
    • the use of genetically modified climate-resilient seeds for commercial or for sustenance purposes;
    • investing in irrigation projects;
    • supporting sustainable agricultural practices like crop diversification;
    • reclaiming cultivable wastelands and;
    • using improved planting methods.

  5. Member states must provide technical and financial assistance to small landholding farmers for implementing climate-resilient agriculture practices as mentioned in clause 4, except where member states;
    1. experience severe financial constraints and may apply for temporary exemption from financial obligations under this clause, subject to approval by the Council.

    2. have already made significant investments in agriculture, as evidenced by established agricultural policies and substantial budget allocations, and may request exemption from additional financial obligations under this clause.

  6. Affirms the commitment of member states to collectively ensure the long-term sustainability and resilience of global crop production systems in response to climate change.
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Overview
This proposal addresses the critical impact of climate change on global crop production by establishing the International Council of Agricultural Research. The Council is tasked with promoting climate-resilient farming practices, assisting member states in adapting to climate challenges, and supporting policy development and early warning systems. Key benefits include promoting sustainable agricultural practices, facilitating international collaboration, and fostering knowledge sharing. The proposal underlines the long-term commitment of member states to collaboratively develop a resilient agricultural industry.

Recommendation
We support this proposal, as we believe that the agriculture industry must be modernized to face the increasing severity of climate-related events. The proposal includes special provisions to ensure that developing nations are not subjected to additional financial burdens. This balanced approach will help promote resilience and sustainability in global crop production.

For the above reasons, the Ministry of World Assembly Affairs recommends a vote FOR the GA proposal at vote, "Promoting Climate Resilient Farming".
 
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@Halsoni and @Matzerati, could you clarify whether, by your "Abstain" votes, you wish for the Delegate not to vote on this resolution, or that you are simply choosing not to vote one way or another in this internal poll (in which case you should vote "Present")? I only ask because it is unusual for there to be a majority of Abstain votes for a GA resolution, and I want to avoid the possibility that it is the result of any misunderstanding. Obviously, you can vote however you want.
 
I thought normally there was issue with the assumption that all WA members are situated on the same planet. Is that something people don’t really care about anymore?

Regardless I’m For. I like farm subsidization and national food security initiatives and TNP authorship.
 
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