The majority of EU subsidies go to the most climate-damaging part of agriculture. Meat, milk and cheese are only responsible for 84 percent of greenhouse gases in agriculture.
Growing vegetables causes far fewer emissions. “A more plant-rich diet is urgently needed,” the study says. This would not only be more climate-friendly, but would also lead to greater food security and better land use. The study authors are calling for a reform of EU agricultural subsidies for agriculture. This should be rebuilt according to environmental and climate criteria.