Scientists and farmers discuss impact of climate change - KOLN
Scientists and farmers discuss impact of climate change
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Scientists and farmers came together to talk about climate change and how to better prepare for natural disasters on Tuesday.
10/11 NOW stopped by the Union at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s East Campus. People from the university, along with NOAA, NASA and several farmers were all on hand.
Many people were sharing stories about how this is affecting their lives and livelihoods. One professor, who studies drought, took some time to talk about her home, Colorado, where a lack of snow and early melting has a huge impact.
“It’s just hard that’s something that I enjoyed so much as a child is it’s not the same anymore,” said Lindsay Johnson, National Drought Mitigation Center.
Others shared what they’ve seen in Nebraska, and the extreme heat came up often. Ranchers and farmers said as it becomes more common, they’ll have to find ways to keep produce and cattle alive and thriving.
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