Category: Environmental
Industry Affected: Agriculture
Proposed by: 
Brisdon
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:
- Definitions:
- “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.
- “Biodiversity” encompasses the variety of life on a planet, including terrestrial, marine, and desert ecosystems, and the ecological complexes they are part of.
- “Temperature Shifts” denote changes in the frequency and distribution of specific temperature ranges over time.
- “Early Warning System” comprises hazard monitoring, forecasting, disaster risk assessment, and preparedness activities to mitigate climate-related risks in agriculture.
- Establishes the International Council of Agricultural Research, hereinafter referred to as “the Council,” which shall:
- 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;
- 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;
- 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;
- Organize regular international conventions and workshops, in collaboration with relevant organizations, research institutions, and regional farming industries, to develop and disseminate climate adaptation strategies;
- Foster collaboration among member states to integrate climate-resilient practices into agricultural policies and practices.
- The WA General Fund may be used to support the functioning and research activities of the Council.
- 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.
- 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;
- experience severe financial constraints and may apply for temporary exemption from financial obligations under this clause, subject to approval by the Council.
- 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.
- 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.