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Attention Agribusiness Managers!🌱 Are you skeptical about the economic viability of regenerative farming practices? It's time to reconsider. Carbon credits present a lucrative opportunity for those willing to embrace sustainable agriculture. Here's how it works: 🌱 Regenerative methods like cover cropping, low-till, and agroforestry sequester carbon in the soil, removing it from the atmosphere. 🌱 This carbon removal can be quantified, verified, and translated into high-quality carbon credits. 🌱 Carbon markets allow you to sell these credits to companies and organizations seeking to offset their emissions. In other words, regenerative agriculture doesn't just benefit the environment; it can financially benefit your bottom line. Progressive companies and governments worldwide are embracing carbon trading, creating a rapidly growing market for premium carbon credits. Don't miss out on this chance to futureproof your operations while tapping into a new revenue stream. Explore how Spacenus can guide your transition to regenerative practices and navigate the complexities of carbon credit monetization. Visit the website, https://spacenus.com to learn more. Let's embrace this change together and lead the regenerative revolution! #SustainableAgriculture #RegenerativeFarming #ClimateAction #CarbonCredits #CarbonSequestration #SoilHealth #FoodSecurity #Biodiversity #EcosystemResilience #ClimateChange #FoodSecurity #EnvironmentalSustainability #businessescase

**Revamping Agriculture, Benefiting Planet & People 🌽🌎** Ever wondered how your apple impacts Earth? Thinking about farming's journey isn't routine, but regenerative agriculture could revolutionize it. Regenerative farming isn't just about balance. It's about enriching our soils, enhancing biodiversity, and optimizing nature's services. Practices including crop rotation, composting, and reduced tilling aim to improve the environment and our food yield. The bonus? Enriched soils capture more CO2 - a powerful ally against climate change. Plus, these soils yield healthier crops, reducing reliance on chemicals. So, what's the benefit for consumers, farmers, businesses? Opportunity. 💡 It provides farmers sustainable land, businesses ethical supply chains, and gives us the chance to support green practices. Adopting regenerative farming won't be swift or easy, but necessary. As an ardent advocate, I commit to knowledge-sharing, fostering dialogues, and collaborating for change. In our mission to align food production with planet care, each move towards regenerative practices is a leap for Earth 🌿. Let's act—to learn, contribute, and inspire. Together, we can nurture a system that nourishes us and preserves our planet. #RegenerativeFarming #HealthySoil #SustainableFarming

When you want to instrument a change, there are always risks, even if its for addressing climate change via regenerative farming. It is amazing to see this work being developed by AXA Climate and Agreena to explore how to quantify risk as part of the transition process. #regenerativeagriculture #supplychain #farmers #risk

Scaling regenerative agriculture requires collaboration and innovation. AXA Climate have joined forces with us to explore how to quantify farmers’ risks as they transition to regenerative methods. As Europe's largest soil carbon programme, we speak daily with farmers who recognise the long-term benefits of sustainable farming practices, but are worried about the short-term challenges. We need to come together to reduce these entry barriers. At Agreena, we’ve already begun this process. We provide products and services to the financial sector and agri-supply chain that support farmers and enable better cost-sharing, as well as give companies deep insights into sustainable land use and carbon assets. Now, together with AXA Climate, we’re exploring how we can use data to better understand and quantify the risks that farmers face as they transition. We’re looking to address the concerns of farmers about potential initial yield drops, and ultimately develop risk management tools that make switching to regenerative practices as close to 100% safe as possible. Watch this space for updates… https://agreena.cc/4efuF6f #RegenerativeAgriculture #RiskManagement #AgriSupplyChain

Discover the transformative benefits of regenerative agriculture! 📊 Whether you're a single farm operator or part of a large supply chain, embracing regenerative agriculture opens the door to a wealth of advantages for farms: • Embark on a journey of continuous improvement;  • Secure economic sustainability with additional income streams; • Apply for RegenAgri certification and verify GHG and carbon data; • Access advisory services for seamless transition to regenerative agriculture; • Utilize the digital hub for comprehensive resources; • Take the RegenAgri assessment and track results; • Calculate GHGs and CO2 emissions; • Monitor progress across multiple farms; • Share assessments with various buyers; • Establish comprehensive historic performance records. Ready to reshape agriculture for a sustainable future? 💚 #sustainableinvestment #openingupthecoffeechain #transparency #sustainable #coffeefarmers

🌍 Embracing sustainability isn't just beneficial for our planet - it's also a smart business move for farmers! 💡 I recently came across a report by Boston Consulting Group and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development which revealed compelling insights into the economic benefits of regenerative farming. ➡️https://lnkd.in/dwE2sFaJ 🔍 According to these findings, transitioning to regenerative farming practices can yield a 15-25% return on investment for farmers, showcasing both profitability and sustainability. 🌱 Sustainable farming has a transformative impact on soil health, biodiversity, and resilience to climate extremes. The more we adopt those practices, the better positioned we are to reshape our agricultural landscape for the better! 🚀

The Future of Farmland: Regenerative Practices Drive Higher Value At Hemp Carbon Standard (HCS), we are seeing a powerful trend—farmland that embraces regenerative agriculture and sustainable practices is commanding significantly higher prices in today’s market. Farmland that: 1. Cultivates industrial hemp 2. Spreads biochar to enrich the soil 3. Prioritizes carbon sequestration & biodiversity ...is selling for up to 40% more per acre than land farmed using traditional industrial methods. Why? Because forward-thinking buyers and investors recognize the long-term value regenerative farming brings—healthier soils, reduced carbon footprint, and a sustainable future for agriculture. As demand grows for climate-friendly solutions, farmland that contributes to the environment, rather than depletes it, is becoming a prime asset. If you're looking to enhance the value of your farmland or invest in a sustainable future, industrial hemp and regenerative methods are the way forward. #SustainableFarming #HempForTheFuture #RegenerativeAgriculture #CarbonSequestration #Biochar #AgriInvestments #HempCarbonStandard

Regenerative agriculture stands out as an inspiration of optimism and resilience in the context of sustainable farming. As we go farther into the era of environmental consciousness, we must rethink our connection with the earth that supports us. Regenerative agriculture is more than just combating climate change through carbon sequestration; it is a complete approach to soil health that conserves biodiversity and ensuring a successful future for farmers and communities together. By revitalising our soils, we not only improve crop resilience but also lay the groundwork for future generations' food security. The transition to regenerative practices represents a significant shift in our agricultural paradigm, bringing together ecological balance, economic viability, and societal well-being. It’s an investment in the planet’s health and an endorsement of farming practices that leave the planet in better shape than we found it. As we advocate for this transformative journey, let us also recognize the farmers who are at the forefront of it—embracing innovation, conserving natural resources, and feeding the world sustainably. Their resilience and dedication are the true motivators behind this positive transformation. We can work together to create a sustainable future, but it will take collective action and commitment. It is time to support, expand, and sustain regenerative practices worldwide. #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableFarming #ClimateAction #FutureOfFarming #InnovationInAgriculture

The future of farming is here — and it’s regenerative. More and more people are recognising just how essential farmers are to the resilience, security, sustainability of our #FoodSystems. That’s why #RegenerativeAgriculture is gaining traction as a greener, more sustainable way to grow crops. At PepsiCo, we’re focused on unlocking the full potential of these innovative methods so everyone can benefit. But to make this happen, we need to first empower farmers with the rights tools to feed the world — sustainably. To really maximise what regenerative practices can do — whether it’s optimising long-term yields or making farmland more resilient in the face of climate change — we need strong partnerships across the value chain, and the support from EU decision-makers. One of the big hurdles to scaling up regenerative farming in Europe, is securing the right and adequate funding. The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) has a large role to play here by mobilising public funding, and private investment is just as important. Striking a balance between the two will be key to helping farmers make the transition smoothly and successfully. And it’s essential that benefits (e.g. carbon farming certificates) are shared fairly across all partners in the value chain. Here’s Elise Demaeght, our EU Government Affairs Manager, explaining why finding the optimal incentive structures and public-private collaboration models will be crucial to restoring the soil and strengthening farming communities in Europe, and beyond.

Regenerative agriculture is essential for building sustainable food systems and combating climate change. Research indicates that practices such as cover cropping and reduced tillage can sequester between 1.5 to 3 tons of CO₂ per hectare annually, contributing significantly to carbon capture and soil health. These regenerative practices not only enhance soil fertility but also promote biodiversity, with farms adopting these methods supporting 30% more species compared to conventional farms. Improved soil structure allows for up to 40% greater water retention, equipping farms to withstand droughts and extreme weather events. Furthermore, regenerative agriculture can reduce operational costs by minimizing the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, ultimately leading to increased profitability for farmers. This transition fosters not only environmental sustainability but also enhances human health by producing nutrient-rich food with fewer harmful chemicals. Companies like Bunge, ADM, LDC, and Syngenta are leading the way in supporting regenerative agriculture. As we navigate the urgent challenges posed by climate change, embracing regenerative agriculture is more critical than ever. How will you support regenerative agriculture in your community? #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableFoodSystems #ClimateResilience