Greenhouse Gass Emission form Agriculture and their Effective Mitigation Techniques: A Review

Abstract

Agriculture plays a dual role in the context of climate change, as it both contributes to and is impacted by climate change. Efforts have been made to decrease greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural practices, but it is crucial to ensure that these measures do not negatively affect farm production and profitability. The primary greenhouse gases (GHG), namely carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrous oxide (N₂O), and methane (CH₄), have had a harmful impact on climate change, resulting in various catastrophic consequences. This analysis focuses on the factors that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, including both inorganic factors such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium fertilizers, as well as organic factors like animal manure, composted manure, bio-solids, and crop species. Developing additional successful methods involves integrating various mitigation techniques such as conservation tillage, water management, cropping systems, and nutrient management. The successful implementation of these techniques will pave the way for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural fields.