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The development of sustainable and eco-friendly planting solutions could be an emerging trend in the planting machinery industry. There has been a growing emphasis on sustainability in agriculture. Manufacturers are also exploring and implementing eco-friendly technologies, such as energy-efficient equipment and planting practices that minimize environmental impact.
According to an EPA report, although overall emissions from U.S. agriculture have risen, improved efficiency has led to a decrease in emissions per unit of food produced. In 2021, agriculture contributed to nearly 11% of the total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. However, emissions per unit for most agricultural products have decreased. For instance, between 1990 and 2018, the greenhouse gases released by American farmers to generate 2000 calories of food—approximately a day's nutritional requirement for an adult—decreased by slightly more than one-fifth. This trend aligned with increasing awareness of sustainable agriculture practices and the need for reduced ecological footprints in farming.