Soil Capital

Ready to make a real impact on our planet? 🌱 At ClimateSeed, we're proud to provide a platform where you can support impactful projects like Soil Capital | B Corp™, which advocate for sustainable farming practices. 🌾 Our collaboration empowers businesses to fund the transition to regenerative agriculture as a vital part of their climate contribution strategy. For more information visit Soil Capital’s website: https://lnkd.in/dZ4k3nDD #RegenerativeAgriculture #ClimateChange #Sustainability #ClimateSeed

[#Podcast!] Ever wondered why that garden-fresh tomato tastes so much better than the grocery store version? 🍅 Spoiler alert: the secret lies in #nutrientdensity and #SoilHealth. In our latest episode of the Deep Seed Podcast, we sit down with Dan Kittredge, the visionary behind the Bionutrient Food Association. Dan’s pioneering work is set to disrupt the food industry by shifting the focus from yield to nutrition. Here are some insights you don’t want to miss: 📊 Shocking Variations - In Dan’s research, some carrots had 40 times more antioxidants than others. That's not a typo – FORTY times! Such massive nutrient variations depend largely on soil health. 🌱 Soil Health Matters - Did you know the only consistent factor correlating with higher nutrient levels in crops is the life teeming in the soil? Not organic certification, not crop variety – just vibrant, living soil! 💡 Innovative Technology - Picture this: You're at the grocery store, deciding between two tomatoes. You pull out your phone, snap a photo, and instantly see the nutritional content of each one. This isn’t science fiction—Dan’s team is pioneering this groundbreaking technology, set to revolutionize the way we shop for food by empowering us with precise nutritional information at our fingertips. 🌾 Economic Incentives: When consumers can discern nutrient-rich food from the rest, economic incentives will naturally push farmers and suppliers to prioritize quality over quantity. This shift could radically transform agricultural practices and improve public health. Dan’s insights offer a fresh, scientifically grounded perspective on the food we eat and the soil it grows in. He passionately argues that “if consumers have the ability to choose what's better off the shelf and leave what's worse, then there will be an economic incentive for the supply chain to focus on nutrition.” 🔗 Listen now to this eye-opening episode! https://hubs.la/Q02K0ggN0 #FoodRevolution #SustainableAgriculture #AgricultureInnovation #FoodTech #BionutrientFood #FarmToTable #SoilScience #NutritionMatters #FutureOfFood #RegenAg

🌾 [Monday #Agronomic #News] As the 2024 #harvest season is still on going, we're facing a challenging year for #agriculture. In France, the harvest of rapeseed and winter barley is nearly complete, while winter wheat harvests continue in northern France and Belgium. Unfortunately, this year mirrors the conditions of 2016, with French winter wheat production expected to fall to around 26-27 million tonnes—more than 27% below the average of previous years (36 M t on average according to AGPB). Key factors contributing to this decline include: ▶ Lower Yields: Estimated at around 6.4-6.5 t/ha. (-11% compared with the ten-year average according to Arvalis), due to excessive rainfall and lack of sunlight at key crop stages. ▶Reduced Acreage: A 7.4% drop in wheat planting due to poor winter weather. Farmers' economic situation remains tense : wheat prices, currenlty under €220/t due to strong global harvests, and rising production costs put pressure on farmers' finances. Despite these challenges, it's a crucial time to emphasize the #sustainability of our farming practices and #soilhealth. By focusing on innovation and financial stability, we can navigate these obstacles and build a resilient future for agriculture. 🌱 Stay informed and stay resilient. #Agriculture #Harvest2024 #Sustainability #Farming #SoilHealth #EconomicOutlook #SoilCapital *The figures in this post are provisional estimates, to be consolidated at the end of the harvest. Sources: https://bit.ly/3YtF35l https://bit.ly/3WqkNiw

🌾 Looking back at our first annual customer event with our partners Cefetra Ecosystem Services at Ramsbury Brewing & Distilling Co. Where we brought together diverse stakeholders from the #agriculture and #foodsupplychain. This event was a fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas and showcase our program's on-farm impacts. 👇 Check out below the recap video of the field day! #SustainableAgriculture #SoilCapital #CefetraEcosystemServices #RegenerativeFarming #FieldDay

🌱 Celebrating Farmers Across the UK, France, and Belgium ! This July, we are thrilled to reward over 800 farmers. They are at the heart of everything we do. With their efforts, we can regenerate land, restore biodiversity, and maintain healthy soils. 🔎 Spotlight on Duphil Alain This week, we are highlighting Alain Duphil, a farmer from Haute Garonne in the south of France. Alain has been part of our program since 2021, and during his transition, he has noticed significant improvements in soil health. Key Highlights about Alain: 🌍 #ReducedEmissions: Each year, Alain has successfully decreased his farm's emissions. He is now close to achieving 0 GHG net emissions per hectare. 🌱 #NoTillage Farming: Since 2021, Alain has adopted no-tillage practices. 💰 #RegenAg Rewards: Alain has earned so far 9,000 euros for his climate-friendly practices through the Soil Capital program. Alain's journey is a testament to the positive impact of #sustainablefarming practices. We are proud to support farmers like him who are making a difference! #regenag #climatesmartagriculture

[#Podcast!] Raphael Esterhazy brought Christian Holzleitner, the Head of Unit for Land Economy and Carbon Removal at the #EuropeanCommission. This enlightening conversation delved into the intricacies of the EU's ambitious #climategoals, the challenges of carbon removal, and the transformative potential of #regenerativeagriculture. In this insightful episode, Christian unpacks the complexities of the voluntary carbon market. We explore how the Carbon Removal Certification Framework is set to revolutionize the way we approach carbon markets and carbon farming. Discover the critical role of regenerative agriculture and nature-based solutions in enhancing #biodiversity and achieving #sustainable carbon removal. 🎧 Key Topics: ▶️ The evolution and challenges of the Voluntary Carbon Market. ▶️ Understanding carbon removal and the importance of a robust certification framework. ▶️ Insights into the European Commission's strategies for #climateneutrality by 2050. ▶️ Addressing permanence, additionality, and leakage in carbon markets. ▶️ How initiatives like carbon farming, regenerative agriculture & #agroforestry can provide additional income streams for farmers. Christian shares valuable perspectives on the intersection of policy, technology, and agriculture, providing a roadmap for a sustainable and climate-positive future. 🌾🌍 https://hubs.la/Q02Jllf50 Deep Seed #RegenAg

[Press Release: Soil Capital doubles regenerative agriculture farmer payments in 2024!] 🌱 Soil Capital has this year paid more than 800 arable and mixed #farmers in the UK, France and Belgium for environmentally friendly #farmingpractices, up from 400 in 2022. In 2024, a 16% increase in the value of carbon to £33.05, has seen total farmer payments continue to grow quickly; 2023 farmer payments totaled £3 million*. Across a 240,000 hectare area of farmland, a total carbon impact of 235,000 tonnes was secured comprising emissions reductions and #carbonstorage, from practices such as: maximizing #soil cover, giving preference to the use of organic fertilizers and reducing tillage. Soil Capital is Europe’s first certified initiative that monetises carbon sequestration associated with farms transitioning to #regenerativepractices, also tracking key indicators such as #soilhealth, water quality, and #biodiversity impacts. Internationally renowned companies such as Royal Canin, Roquette Boortmalt and Cefetra Ecosystem Services purchase Soil Capital Certificates as part of their investment in strengthening and securing their agricultural supply chains and delivering their climate and sustainability goals. The Soil Capital programme utilizes a reliable methodology certified by a tangible carbon indicator, aligned with corporate objectives to reduce #Scope3 carbon emissions. Programme certificates are consistent with the FLAG requirements of the SBT initiative and are verified by a third party. *2024 farmer payments are ongoing with payment cycles every four months. #regenag #sustainability #Netzero #climatesmartagriculture

[Announcement!] 🌱 Mars and Soil Capital Join Forces to Accelerate #RegenerativeAgriculture! Mars recently released their sustainability report, emphasising the critical role of agriculture in their supply chains and highlighting it as a key strategy to achieve net-zero emissions. In line with their #sustainabilitygoals, Mars has decided to extend the partnership with Soil Capital and Mars’ brand Royal Canin.This collaboration aims to support more than 200 farmers in France and Belgium. 🌍 Soil Capital and Mars have also started a collaboration to support farmers who improved their carbon footprint. #sustainability #Netzero #sustainability #climatesmartagriculture #supplychain #partnerships #betterworldforpets #tomorrowstartstoday

[#Podcast] In this week’s episode, Tommie Hooft van Huysduynen shares his journey from growing up in Nigeria to co-founding PROTEEN a company leading a "compost revolution" using black soldier fly larvae to transform #organicwaste into high-quality fertilizer. Tommie confidently demonstrates why his #compost making system has the potential to create a tidal wave of positive change. ♻️ Rapid Composting: Proteen’s method reduces composting time from 4-5 months to just one, significantly increasing efficiency. 🌱 #SoilHealth Boost: The inclusion of larvae in the compost enhances soil health by boosting fungal activity, crucial for plant growth. 💰 Cost-Effective Solution: By processing waste on-site, Proteen eliminates transportation costs, making their fertilizer more affordable for farmers. 📈 Enhanced Yields and #Profitability: Proteen’s fertilizer has outperformed traditional and chemical fertilizers in yield and profitability, offering a viable alternative for farmers. Tommie’s vision is to collaborate with large #food processing companies, turning waste into a valuable resource and driving sustainable change in #agriculture. His insights offer a glimpse into the future of #wastemanagement and #regenerativefarming. Listen now ▶️https://hubs.ly/Q02HtzF00 ◀️ #RegenAg #compost

[#Agronomic #News!] 🌾 Our agronomist Maxime Alaurent is in the fields in Aisne, France, where they were harvesting wheat. It's a perfect time to highlight some key principles of harvest operations in #regenerativesystems. 1️⃣ Traffic Control: The grain bin on the video holds about 21 tonnes of wheat when fully loaded, which is too heavy for the soil to bear with only two axles. Minimise driving on the field to avoid soil compaction, especially since the soil is wet this year. Whenever it is possible, leave the bins outside the field or, if you have to, follow the sprayers passes. Keeping #soilstructure intact ensures smooth gas and water flow, and therefore keeps favorable conditions for both plants and other soil #organisms, avoiding potential subsequent yield losses. 2️⃣ Straw Management: Leave the straw on the soil. In the exemple, the straw might bring about 4 tonnes of dry matter, providing essential carbon and nutrients for the soil microbiology during the tough summer months. 3️⃣ Weed Management: Prevent weed spread by cleaning your machinery before leaving the field. Collecting chaff can reduce weed pressure by more than 50% (Source : Arvalis) by exporting weed seeds out of the fields. https://lnkd.in/gfBaBM45. 4️⃣ #CoverCrops: Sow cover crops immediately after harvesting to benefit from residual moisture. Planting deeper (5 cm) can also help to secure germination and maximise biomass as soon as the rains return. 🌱 Wishing all our farmers a successful and stress-free harvest season! #RegenAg #Harvest2024 #FarmLife #SustainableFarming #WheatHarvest