Regenagri has unveiled the first global carbon insetting programme specifically designed for agricultural supply chains. This initiative allows farmers and growers to monetize the environmental benefits achieved through their adoption of regenerative agricultural practices. The program is built on the foundation of Regenagri certification, offering a financial incentive for sustainable farming while promoting supply chain resilience.
Franco Costantini, CEO of Regenagri, highlights the program’s significance in aligning environmental stewardship with economic opportunities for producers. “We’re pleased to announce an initial group of nine producer organizations across the USA, Ivory Coast, Turkey, Brazil, Pakistan, and India have joined our carbon insetting programme, turning their regenerative practices across 871,827 acres into an opportunity for additional financial returns,” he stated.
These organizations represent a diverse range of farming operations, from individual farms to smallholder collectives and cooperatives. They produce an array of crops including cotton, coffee, nuts, soybeans, sugar, and cereals. By integrating regenerative practices into their operations, these farms not only reduce their carbon footprints but also unlock new revenue streams through carbon insetting units tied to their certification.
The carbon insetting programme expands on the principles of Regenagri certification, which already holds global recognition for its focus on sustainable farming practices. As part of this process, farms undergo annual third-party audits to validate greenhouse gas (GHG) and carbon reduction metrics. These assessments are conducted using established methodologies such as the GHG Protocol and the principles outlined by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
Costantini envisions substantial growth for the initiative, projecting that by the end of 2025, it will encompass 1.5 million acres of farmland and generate over 600,000 carbon insetting units. These units are calculated based on measurable reductions in a farm’s carbon footprint, providing a direct financial benefit for farmers while contributing to global sustainability efforts.
Additionally, the program offers a unique advantage to supply chain organizations. By purchasing carbon insetting units generated by the very farms they source from, companies can directly decarbonize their supply chains. This approach ensures a tangible environmental impact while fostering closer collaboration between producers and their buyers.
The initiative has already garnered praise from industry leaders like Mahesh Ramakrishnan of Olam Agri in Ivory Coast, whose organization is participating in the program through its cotton production operations. Ramakrishnan emphasized the holistic benefits of embedding carbon reduction into their supply chain. “This localized approach drives measurable environmental, social, and economic benefits. It empowers farmers, enhances community resilience, and restores ecosystems, creating a holistic model for sustainability,” he remarked.
As the demand for sustainable, nature-friendly textiles and other agricultural products continues to rise, the Regenagri carbon insetting program offers a practical pathway for aligning economic growth with environmental responsibility. It not only rewards producers for their regenerative efforts but also provides a blueprint for achieving sustainability across the global agri-commodity supply chain.
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