The introduction of a tax on CO₂ emissions in agriculture in Denmark is causing concern among local farmers.

Plans to introduce a tax on carbon dioxide emissions in the agricultural sector in Denmark are causing concern among local farmers. These measures, aimed at improving the climate, could have a negative impact on production and lead to farm closures. The threat of closure and reduced production is concerning because Denmark is a major exporter of pork and dairy products.

Denmark is expected to become the first country to introduce a carbon dioxide tax in agriculture. This decision has found wide political support in the country. It is assumed that this tax will help Denmark achieve its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels.

However, the introduction of such taxes will require significant costs from farmers. According to a government group report, this could lead to a 20% reduction in production volume. Officials are scenario planning and forecasting a 6-15% decrease in agricultural production in Denmark, with beef and pork production potentially falling by 20% in the strictest scenario.

According to the climate analysis center Concito, more than half of the land in Denmark is used for agriculture. As a result, about a third of carbon dioxide emissions in the country come from agriculture.