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Farmland assets can play a key role in the transition to a more sustainable food and agricultural system. However, there are certain myths around investing in sustainable agriculture that deserve to be put under the microscope. Here's what Richard Jacobs, Co Head of Private Markets at Van Lanschot Kempen, has to say about this : https://lnkd.in/eK7s9wED To learn more about the investment potential of natural capital, visit: https://lnkd.in/e_TS_9Wv Capital at risk. For professional investors only. #agricultureindustry #farminginnovation #investmentstrategy

We know that climate change is the grand challenge of our generation, but taking collective, scalable action can be difficult. Why? Often, the “greenest” solutions can seem financially unviable. Neal Gutterson, Groundwork BioAg advisor, Radicle Growth Partner and CTO, and former Corteva Agriscience CTO explores this issue in a recent CropLife editorial. He highlights how our commitment to delivering profitability alongside sustainability is key to the success of Rootella Carbon - our end-to-end mycorrhizal carbon sequestration solution. Read the article to hear more of Neal's insights into the key components of successful agricultural technology adoption and how they apply to our transition from a bioagricultural startup to an integrated carbon company. https://lnkd.in/ddn3RcWf #ClimateAction #SustainableAgriculture #Rootella #RootellaCarbon #mycorrhiza #mycorrhizalcarbon #climatesolutions #carbonfarming Yossi Kofman Dan Grotsky Danny Levy Hanan Dor Bari Ruimy Andrew Duff Inbar Morag

Today Corteva Agriscience published our 2023 Sustainability Report: In it for farmers–In it for good. Thanks to a world-class R&D program we achieved our sustainable innovation goal that all newly-developed Corteva solutions in our pipeline meet our sustainability criteria. Our seed and crop protection products represent more than just innovation. They are the future of more sustainable farming and the foundation of the value we create for our customers and stakeholders. They help boost harvests and strengthen crops against various challenges, all while adhering to safety and environmental standards. We’re proud of this milestone and excited for the next advancements in our pipeline. Learn more about the progress we have made and what's next by downloading the report at the link below

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As concerns about food security increase, soil health is rising up the investor agenda. But a key issue with soil health is an extensive knowledge gap, meaning investors are unclear on how to invest or engage in supporting it, writes Vibeka Mair for ESG Investor. Maxime Boucher, CFA, Senior Manager at the FAIRR Initiative said conversations with investors and corporates found a lack of understanding of what ‘good’ looks like when it comes to effective regenerative agriculture practices. Whilst there have been some academic studies, "we don’t really know what it is in the corporate space right now" he says. He also commented that to support soil health investments, credible disclosures and standards are essential. “It’s around how companies can give pointers to investors to understand whether they have the right capacity to measure and track impact.”  #soilhealth #naturefinance #foodsecurity #esginvesting

With the power of Sustell, Deloitte and dsm-firmenich have embarked on a strategic partnership to transform sustainability in the animal protein industry. Our collaboration combines innovative technology with consulting expertise, driving environmental accountability. We are committed to generating reliable data and promoting sustainable practices across the value chain, leading the way to a greener future. Learn more about this impactful partnership: https://deloi.tt/44OJMjp #SustainablePractices

Explore how Agri-Food Tech trailblazers are harnessing scientific achievements to tackle the environmental hurdles of intensive agriculture, to achieve a harmonious balance between planet, profit, and productivity. Dive into the full article by Tiffany Holland, Cultiv8 Funds Management here: https://lnkd.in/gJC4t22S   #AgriTech #FoodTech #Sustainability #Investing

𝗖𝗢𝗣𝟮𝟴 🌍   📢 𝘋𝘢𝘺 2!    Over the next two weeks, world leaders and experts will be deliberating and deciding on the best-fit goals and strategies for climate change solutions. Earlier this month, Regeneration’s Director of Green Commodities, Simon Breure, joined the Innovation Forum’s Sustainable Landscapes and Commodities Forum to discuss how businesses can adapt to incoming legislation and regulatory pressure for ethical and transparent commodity supply chains. His takeaways speak to the need for more attention on the practical applications of policies and regulations: 𝟭. 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 (#𝗘𝗨𝗗𝗥). With just over a year until the EUDR comes into effect, value chain actors do not have enough visibility on what the EUDR means in practice. “Most companies will not be ready to meet these EU requirements within the stipulated timeline”, Simon shares.    𝟮. 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗺𝘀. Many companies are pursuing certification schemes which involve implementing good agricultural practices (GAP), providing inputs, and adopting measures towards eradicating deforestation and child labour. However, as Simon asserts, “most of these measures and programs do not unlock sufficient external capital, and this prohibits the critical mass of impact to create lasting change”.     𝟯. 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝘇𝗲𝗿𝗼 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗽𝗲.  Most western food and agriculture companies have committed to strong net zero goals that cover regenerative agriculture. But Simon states that “these net zero and regenerative agriculture commitments can only be successful when they are fully integrated in overarching supply chain transformation programs, taking the full landscape into consideration, and including the adoption of multi-layered agroforestry models as well as forest protection and restoration initiatives in the landscape.” Read the full article here ▶️: https://lnkd.in/eKu2eWPs   Regeneration is a partnership between Palladium: Make It Possible and Systemiq Ltd.      #Regeneration #regenerativeagriculture #forestcommodities #carbonremovals #climatecommitments #naturepositive #sustainability #supplychainresilience #biodiversity  

Our Co-Head of Impact Strategy Brad Harrison discussed the potential of regenerative agriculture as a leading investable climate solution with Abby Schultz for Barron's Penta. Learn more about how investors are reshaping the landscape: https://lnkd.in/eR8KCJXe _______________ #ImpactInvesting #RegenerativeAg #ClimateChange

BeCrop Rate! Certainly! With BeCrop Rate, farmers can gain insights into the impact of their agricultural practices on the environment and ecosystem. By quantifying human intervention, they can identify areas where improvements can be made to reduce environmental footprint, optimize resource utilization, and enhance biodiversity. This metric system can also facilitate collaboration between farmers, researchers, and policymakers to develop more effective strategies for sustainable food production. By sharing data and best practices, stakeholders can work together to address common challenges and promote innovation in agriculture. Moreover, BeCrop Rate has the potential to create incentives for sustainable farming practices. Farmers who achieve high BeCrop Rates can differentiate their products in the market, attract environmentally conscious consumers, and potentially command premium prices for their goods. This incentivizes farmers to prioritize sustainability and invest in practices that benefit both the environment and their bottom line. Overall, BeCrop Rate represents a significant step forward in the quest for sustainable agriculture. By providing a standardized metric for measuring human intervention, it empowers farmers to make informed decisions, promotes transparency and accountability, and ultimately contributes to a more resilient and environmentally friendly food system. https://lnkd.in/eqWaAx3t