Agriculture Methodology

Climate-conscious agricultural policies represent a large opportunity for countries to reduce their emissions. The Agriculture Methodology supports the assessment of the impact of policies designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the agricultural sector. 

It is relevant to all countries and regions, and includes comprehensive consideration of major agricultural emission sources and mitigation measures. 

The methodology covers the following policies and measures:
  • Livestock
  • Fertilizer management
  • Soil carbon pools
  • Rice cultivation
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Other supporting documents

Executive Summary
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Executive Summary
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Template
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Examples of country applications

Fiji Policy assessment of Fiji’s livestock and rice cultivation
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Vietnam Impact assessment of an alternative wetting drying and system of rice intensification
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Capacity building modules

User Manual for Agriculture Capacity Building Modules
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Capacity Building Module - Agriculture: Part I
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Capacity Building Module - Agriculture: Part II
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Capacity Building Module - Agriculture: Part III
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Capacity Building Module - Agriculture: Part IV
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Previous Versions of the Assessment Guide

Agriculture Assessment Guide (2018)
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Agriculture Guidance First Draft (2017)
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