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IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON FARMERS

Early day motion 2144, tabled 6 October 2008 by Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 33 members.

That this House recognises that the agriculture sector is likely to suffer severely as a result of climate change; notes with concern the impact of climate change on soil moisture in the growing season, on vernalisation, germination and senescence, on pesticide resistance and on yield productivity; welcomes the efforts of Farming Futures to prepare business for the impact, opportunities, risks and responsibilities of climate change; and urges the Government to start planning now to reduce cost and concern in the future.

Signatures by party: Labour 12, Liberal Democrat 12, Conservative 2, DUP 2, Plaid Cymru 2, Independent 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1, UUP 1.