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Farmers and foresters in Germany control approximately 80% of the country's land area, positioning them as critical actors in biodiversity conservation efforts. Despite this pivotal role, these land managers face accusations of insufficient action toward protecting biodiversity. The study examines the gap between their motivation to conserve biodiversity and the practical options available to them for doing so.
Why it matters
Understanding the constraints faced by agricultural and forestry sectors is essential for developing effective biodiversity policy. The findings suggest that enhancing conservation outcomes requires not just awareness campaigns but expanding the range of feasible conservation measures available to land managers who already demonstrate willingness to participate.
Understand the Science
Farmers and foresters manage around 80% of Germany’s land area. They are therefore key agents of change in protecting biodiversity—and are often accused of not doing enough to protect it.
Source: Study on biodiversity conservation in agriculture and forestry: High motivation, few options