What evidence exists on how biodiversity is affected by the adoption of carbon footprint-reducing agricultural practices? A systematic map

The evidence base has highlighted evidence clusters and gaps on how farming practices that can reduce the carbon footprint of a farm impacts agriculturally associated biodiversity. There are many areas for further research including studies investigating the long-term relationship of interventions that alter habitats over a long period such as rewetting peat soils and increasing tree cover. Future research should observe abundance and diversity of multiple species to generate a better understanding of an intervention's impact. The review evidence base largely matched the primary evidence base, however none were conducted with systematic methodologies. This systematic map is intended to direct further primary and secondary research to improve the understanding of how carbon footprint reducing practices impact biodiversity, thus contributing towards meeting the legally binding global environmental targets in concert.