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Agreena Regenerative Agriculture

The largest soil carbon programme in Europe

DenmarkRegenerative AgricultureRemoval & Avoidance

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Counts towards net neutrality

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Developed by Agreena

#4,500,000

Hectares

#2,300

Farmers

#20

Countries in Europe

Agriculture accounts for nearly a third of global greenhouse gas emissions. By adopting regenerative agricultural practices, the industry has the opportunity to become a major part of the solution by enabling agricultural soil to become a natural carbon sink.

However, the transition to regenerative agriculture comes with costs. Agreena offers one of the few financial reward schemes in the world to incentivise farmers on their sustainable carbon farming journey, making them a significant player in the European movement towards farms adopting these practices at scale.

The benefits extend beyond economic incentives through carbon markets. Regenerative agriculture also delivers numerous co-benefits that enhance climate resilience, including improved water retention, biodiversity, and reduced erosion. Agreena’s work is focused on regenerating the planet by decarbonising and strengthening agriculture and food systems.

What is Regenerative Agriculture?

Regenerative agriculture is a farming method that focuses on restoring and enhancing soil health by using practices like planting diverse crops together and reducing soil disturbance, such as heavy tilling. This approach helps the soil become richer in microbes, which in turn makes it more effective at capturing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. By increasing biodiversity and fostering a healthy ecosystem in the soil, regenerative agriculture not only supports better crop yields but also contributes to long-term carbon storage, making the soil more "hungry" for CO2.

This method is gaining significant support from both scientific communities and major companies. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has recognised regenerative agriculture as an important practice for enhancing soil carbon storage and mitigating climate change. Companies like Unilever, Boston Consulting Group, and IBM have invested in regenerative agriculture initiatives, demonstrating strong corporate support for this sustainable farming practice.

Research

Quantifying soil carbon sequestration from regenerative agriculture

Regenerative farming practices increase soil carbon sequestration; combining methods may enhance effects.

Increasing plant diversity and soil carbon sequestration

Regenerative agriculture promotes plant diversity, enhancing soil carbon sequestration to mitigate climate change.

Project Certifications and Claims

Verra

Listed as “under development” on the VCS registry for Methodology validation under Verra's VCS VM0042.

Den Norske Veritas (DNV)

The project has been audited by Den Norske Veritas (DNV) to quantify emission reductions and removals under the ISO 14064:2:2019 standard.

Due Diligence

Senken conducts a strict due diligence process to select and onboard project developers, ensuring that only carbon credits of the highest quality make it to our customers' portfolios.

Socioeconomic Impact

Agreena’s approach offers several socio-economic benefits for farmers, including the potential to save money on fertiliser, fuel, labour, and equipment. By adopting sustainable practices, farmers can also grow crops that may command higher market prices due to their environmentally-friendly production. Additionally, Agreena’s focus on regenerative agriculture improves soil biodiversity, fostering the growth of beneficial bacteria, fungi, and insects that contribute to healthier, more resilient fields.

Environmental Impact

Promoting healthy soil is vital to addressing global challenges, and the key to creating healthier soils is regenerative farming. This more sustainable agricultural approach causes far fewer emissions compared to conventional farming, enabling soil to capture carbon from the atmosphere more effectively. Healthy soils are also more resilient to the effects of climate change, and more productive and sustainable for farming in the long run.

12. Responsible Consumption and Production

Senken's Take

Over the past six centuries, invasive agricultural practices and chemical fertilisers have left between 60-70% of European soils in poor health. Agreena's pioneering approach addresses this issue directly by partnering with farmers to implement regenerative agriculture practices. In addition to improving soil health and sequestering carbon, these methods also offer long-term benefits for regional biodiversity and agricultural sustainability. The project’s credibility is reinforced by its DNV validation and Agreena’s deep agricultural expertise.

Agreena operates the largest soil carbon program in Europe, driving the transition towards regenerative agriculture through rigorous implementation and monitoring. Globally recognised by the IPCC and supported by major corporations, regenerative agriculture is quickly gaining momentum around the world. By prioritising soil health and ecosystem restoration, this project not only contributes to climate change mitigation but also aligns with advanced sustainability practices, establishing it as a leader in carbon removal and sustainable farming.

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