Rio Tinto and partners launch carbon farming project with Meldora

Regenerative agriculture and carbon farming are moving from pilots to institutional-grade portfolios 🌱📊 A recent platform raised A$250M to manage 15,000+ hectares, with major buyers (including a global miner, Rio Tinto) signed as offtakers and pathways to Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCU) issuance. That scale matters: institutional capital + offtake contracts reduce unit costs, underwrite long-term soil investments, and create reliable supply routes for verified carbon and regenerative commodities. This is a growing trend. More institutional funds and buyer-backed platforms mean the economics of on-farm regeneration are changing, not just the rhetoric. As experts in #regenerativeagriculture and #carbonfarming, Biopikilo welcomes this shift: bigger pools of capital and credible offtakes create real opportunity for #farmers, #suppliers and #supplychain teams to anchor #soilhealth in procurement and finance. If you’re in sourcing, climate or land finance, start by asking: how will your purchasing and capital models respond when regeneration is offered at scale? 🤝 #regenerativeag #carbonfarming #landfinance #soilhealth #biopikilo 𝐇𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐧 to stay updated on the latest news! https://lnkd.in/dNgnPW8Z

🌱 Rio Tinto’s role as a foundation offtaker in the A$250M Meldora agriculture carbon platform signals a bold step toward integrating sustainability with scale. A promising model for how industry can back nature-based solutions while supporting regenerative agriculture and carbon markets! https://lnkd.in/gjSgd4he

Stora Enso, a global leader in renewable materials, has completed the sale of approx. 175,000 hectares of forest land in Sweden — about 12.4% of its holdings in the country. With an enterprise value of SEK 9.8 billion (EUR 900 million), this strategic shift reflects the company’s focus on portfolio optimisation and long-term sustainability. Read more news on- https://lnkd.in/g3uCSq65 #StoraEnso #SustainableForestry #GreenInvesting #RenewableMaterials #ForestryIndustry #CircularEconomy #SustainableBusiness #ForestManagement #ESG

The utilization purposes of oilseed crops are being redefined to align with sustainability imperatives. Among these, Camelina and Pennycress have emerged as particularly significant, not only as biofuel crops but also as integral components of sustainable agriculture, owing to their capacity for substantial carbon sequestration, soil conservation, and enhancement of biodiversity. https://lnkd.in/dg6nWmxw

Forest and agricultural residue use could significantly expand the raw material base for second generation (non-food based) biofuels. Sustainability is crucial. Neste joined a project led by Natural Resources Institute Finland / Luonnonvarakeskus to assess the lifecycle GHG emissions of using such residues. The conclusion was encouraging: "We can create more climate benefits by using this material than by leaving it in the forest" Globally, these resources are still underutilized. In Finland, they are extensively utilized in heat and power generation, but the shift towards electrification of heat generation and growth in wind and solar power will mean that new end uses are needed in the long run. That's why Neste continues to invest significantly in developing the production of high value added transportation fuels such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel from forestry and agricultural residues. And we've made great progress!

🔬🌱 Starting my career at Natural Resources Institute Finland / Luonnonvarakeskus and later working alongside Juha-Erkki Nieminen and Neste on critical fuel transition opportunities, I find Neste’s new study extremely validating. Their lifecycle analysis shows that forest and agricultural residues can deliver more climate benefit when harvested and used in fuel rather than left to decompose in the forest. Key points worth highlighting: Many residue streams (branches, treetops, bark, crop stalks) remain underutilized even in forest-rich regions. The LCA underscores that, under proper harvesting regimes, using residues is better for the climate than leaving them behind. Scaling this idea into transportation fuels (SAF, renewable diesel) demands robust aggregation, sustainable sourcing, and conversion technology. In North America, we’re sitting on a huge, underexploited woody biomass resource base. With Bioleum Corporation's technology solutions designed to convert low-value woody residues into low-CI fuels, there’s a real opportunity to follow the leadership Neste is showing in Europe and Finland. Let’s bring those residue-to-fuel proofs home. 👉 Read the full article: How forest and agricultural residues can fuel our future

🌱 Industry Insights – The Future of Sustainable Substrates in Agriculture. Agriculture worldwide is undergoing a major transformation. With growing concerns about climate change, soil degradation, and water scarcity, farmers and agribusinesses are rethinking the way crops are grown. One key area of focus is the choice of substrates. Traditionally, materials like peat moss, rockwool, and perlite have been widely used. However, these substrates come with challenges – peat moss mining damages ecosystems, rockwool requires high-energy manufacturing, and perlite is non-renewable. As awareness grows, the industry is moving towards sustainable, renewable, and eco-friendly alternatives. 🌍 The Rise of Sustainable Substrates 1. Coir Peat (Coco Peat) - Derived from coconut husks, a renewable by-product. - Excellent water retention and aeration, making it ideal for hydroponics and greenhouse farming. - 100% biodegradable and supports a circular economy. 2. Compost-Based Mixes - Locally produced organic compost blends. - Reduce reliance on mined or synthetic materials. - Increasingly used in nurseries and landscaping. 3.Biochar & Other Organic Innovations - Improve soil structure and carbon sequestration. - Still in early adoption but promising for regenerative agriculture. ✅ Why the Future is Moving Towards Sustainability Environmental Regulations – Many regions are restricting peat moss mining due to its environmental impact. - Consumer Demand – Retailers and end-consumers are pushing for eco-friendly farming practices. - Cost Efficiency – Renewable substrates like coir peat ensure price stability compared to limited natural resources. - Scalability – With global agriculture shifting to hydroponics, vertical farming, and greenhouse cultivation, sustainable substrates provide consistency and reliability. 🚀 The Road Ahead The future of agriculture depends on balancing productivity with sustainability. Substrates like coir peat are set to play a leading role, offering growers a reliable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional options. Companies, distributors, and growers who adopt these sustainable substrates early will not only gain economic advantages but also contribute to a greener, more resilient global food system. #SustainableFarming #CoirPeat #GrowingMedia #Hydroponics #AgriBusiness #GreenAgriculture #SoilHealth #OrganicFarming #FutureOfFarming #EconestAgro #NetherlandsAgriculture #SpainAgriBusiness #IsraelHydroponics #USAAgri #UKFarming #GermanyAgriculture #CanadaFarming #JapanAgriculture #AustraliaAgriBusiness #SouthKoreaFarming

Does regenerative agriculture pay? In a word, "yes", says Jay McEntire, CEO of Arva, a Huston-based firm that helps companies quantify decarbonization efforts by collecting data from farmers and growers. He caught up with Elaine Watson to explain how companies supporting farmers through regenerative agriculture programs can account for their outcomes, and why it matters... https://lnkd.in/eEsWE8V5 #regenerativeag #regenerativeagriculture #esg #sustainability #supplychainemissions #climate #emissionsreductionprograms

Scaling Climate-Smart Agriculture: Restoring Nature, Reducing Carbon, and Building Farmer Resilience. Climate change is already reshaping #agriculture, from unpredictable rains to rising temperatures and pest pressures. The urgency to transform farming has never been greater. #Regenerative agriculture practices such as agroforestry, no-till farming, cover cropping, crop rotation, and soil carbon enhancement are proving essential tools. These methods restore soil health, increase water retention, build #biodiversity, and sequester carbon. For example, regenerative agriculture could potentially remove up to 23 gigatons of CO₂ by 2050, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.https://lnkd.in/eCyNSZqQ. World Economic Forum In cocoa communities, partnerships in Ecuador, the OFI-GIZ-Rikolto “Low-Carbon Cocoa” project, show that climate-smart agriculture combined with agroforestry can reduce emissions, improve yields, and increase farmer incomes.https://lnkd.in/dSesH4WH. But ideas must scale and adapt to local realities. This is where CocoaNexus Limited comes in. By providing smallholder cocoa farmers in remote rural areas with training in climate-smart agriculture and agroforestry practices, CocoaNexus focus is to support farmers not only comply with emerging international requirements such as the #EU #Deforestation #Regulation but also build resilience, learn how to plant shade trees, use improved seedlings, regenerate depleted soils, and adopt sustainable land use practices. We aim to utilize our platform to partner with key cocoa #industry players and developmental organizations to provide direct support to smallholder farmers’, making it possible for them to benefit financially from sustainable practices, earn price premiums when they meet traceability and sustainability criteria. This market incentive is critical; Project: "Low Carbon Agriculture for Smallholder Cocoa Farmers" by Sustainable Agricultural Supply Chains Initiative in Latin America show that when farmers receive premiums for sustainable, low-carbon cocoa, they stick with the changes. For climate-smart agriculture to really scale, we need training and tools that fit rural realities, regenerative practices (agroforestry, soil carbon, biochar, etc.) , clear incentives to motivate farmers, #traceability and verification systems to prove #sustainability, and monitor #deforestation. CocoaNexus Limited is building all of these: the #data backbone, farmer connectivity, training delivery, and premium pathway. Together, we can regenerate soils, stabilize livelihoods, limit deforestation, reduce carbon, and protect nature while producing better cocoa. #ClimateSmartAgriculture #EUDeforestationRegulation #Traceability #Sustainability #CocoaBeans #SupplyChain #Farmers

PRESS RELEASE – Cefetra Ltd partners with Noble Green Energy in drive to help farmers to adopt sustainable practices. Cefetra Ltd is working with Noble Green Energy, part of leading egg and poultry producer Noble Foods Ltd, to help the farming community reduce their Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions, which the partners have identified as the next big challenge in agricultural decarbonisation. The drive is being promoted to landowners taking part in Cefetra Ecosystem Services, which gives participants financial incentives to cut their carbon footprint while offering customers grains and oilseeds with Science Based Targets initiative-eligible Scope 3 reductions, covering indirect emissions, achieved in the supply chain through regenerative farming. As part of the partnership Cefetra Ecosystem Services farmers will get free on-farm energy audits to identify potential saving opportunities and put forward ways to improve overall efficiency with tailored expert advice. Cefetra Ecosystem Services businesses will also benefit from free five-year operations and maintenance agreements when they invest in solar, which the partners say are typically worth between five and 10 per cent of the system value. Read the full press release on our website: https://lnkd.in/eViJnzdw #GreenEnergy #RegenerativeFarming #EnergySaving #SustainableFarming