First sustainable agriculture carbon credit methodologies approved by ICVCM
More than one million credits are expected to be issued annually through regenerative agriculture practices.
The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) has approved the first two sustainable agriculture methodologies to issue carbon credits under its Core Carbon Principles label.
The sustainable agriculture carbon credit category covers improved agricultural practices aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) removals. These practices, including reduced tillage and improved residue management, crop rotation, improved grazing activities, optimised fertiliser use, and improved water/irrigation management, could now be financed partly through the carbon market, improving the business case for farmers.
