Verifying Carbon Credits
Ag Carbon Podcast
Verifying Carbon Credits: Integrity in Every Acre What does it really take to turn practices into verified carbon credits? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the verification process behind agricultural carbon projects. Joined by three Agoro Carbon team members – Chris Daley from the Carbon team, John Pullis from the Data team, and Mark Worner from the Grower Success team – we break down the science, logistics, and integrity behind every carbon credit we generate. We start with the basics: what verification is and why it matters. Then we dive into the field with Mark,...
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Digging into the PNW Ag Carbon Market
Ag Carbon Podcast
In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of carbon credit generation in Pacific Northwest agriculture. What sustainable practices are and using to generate carbon credits? How does the rugged, diverse terrain of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho influence the opportunities in this market? Whether you’re familiar with the region or new to it, we’ll paint a vivid picture of the PNW’s fields, valleys, and rolling hills — and why they may offer unique advantages for ag carbon projects. “There are a lot of progressive minds in the PNW there is always producer wondering what...
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How Carbon Ranching Works
Ag Carbon Podcast
In this episode, we dive into the world of carbon ranching and agricultural carbon sequestration. What exactly is carbon ranching, and how does it work? Join us as we break down the process—from understanding the initial steps ranchers take to establish a carbon baseline to implementing conservation practices that generate high-quality carbon credits. We'll discuss how ranchers can customize their journey, what kinds of data are collected, and how the voluntary carbon market works. Whether you're a rancher curious about joining a program or simply intrigued by this innovative approach to...
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How’s This Carbon Farming Thing Work?
Ag Carbon Podcast
Join agronomists Clay Craighton (IA-based) and Tanner Pribble (IN-based) for a high level conversation about carbon sequestration on farmland or also called “carbon farming.” They discuss farm practices that capture carbon, how growers get involved, what onboarding looks like for farmers who join our carbon program, what happens after onboarding, and then the other side of carbon farming - the buyers (companies that are interested in purchasing ag-based carbon credits). Whether you are learning about agricultural carbon for the first time or wanting to brush up on the ag carbon topic or...
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Truly Making An Impact With Verra Standards
Ag Carbon Podcast
What does it take to ensure sustainable projects truly make an impact? Find out in this episode with Christopher Daley, Agoro Carbon's Carbon Project Development Manager. The sustainable development verified impact standard also know as "SD VISta" is the sustainability standard managed by , the world’s leading standard for climate action and sustainable development. verifies and quantifies sustainable development benefits generated from voluntary carbon offset projects. This standard ensures that certified projects not only produce measurable, sustainable development benefits but also...
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Carbon Farming with Starvation Farms
Ag Carbon Podcast
Join us as we sit down with Andre Rauch, a farmer out of Lexington, OR to chat about his perspective and experience so far with carbon farming. Andre and his family run a wheat, dryland cereal, and barely operation called . We dive into how Andre selected a carbon program, what the process of creating a contract with regenerative ag practices is like, what payments look like, and yes, how the name Starvation Farms came to be!
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The Story Behind Our Name & Origin
Ag Carbon Podcast
We are asked time and time again what is an "agoro." Wonder no further because in this episode Ashley Bruner, Agoro Carbon Global Marketing & Communications Manager, shares the ins and outs behind our company’s identity. And just like soil there is more than meets the eye on the surface. In this episode you’ll learn the meaning of Agoro Carbon Alliance, our origin story, and how we settled on our name.
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The European Green Deal's Impact on the Carbon Market
Ag Carbon Podcast
The European Green Deal provides much-needed reason for optimism in the fight against climate change, offering a comprehensive roadmap for the EU's transition to a sustainable future. Join Christopher Chapman, Agoro Carbon Alliance's Value Chain Manager to discuss his thoughts on the recent European Green Deal and the impact on the EU economy. Over the past 7 years Christopher has worked to ensure private sector funding for climate change mitigation is directed to credible activities that contribute to sustainable development. Prior to joining Agoro Carbon, he worked for a voluntary...
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Ag Carbon Market Over The Last Few Years
Ag Carbon Podcast
Come down memory lane and reflect on the early days (with a few stories) and how the agricultural carbon market has evolved. Get to know our US Managing Director here at Agoro Carbon Alliance, Dr. Yebin Zhao. He has been with Agoro Carbon Alliance since day one - in fact he helped start the business when there were only 3-4 people. His strong background in soil science and agronomy have helped shape Agoro Carbon. Based in Illinois, Yebin joined Agoro Carbon Alliance to help farmers and ranchers adopt soil health practices and add additional revenue to their bottom line. He is an...
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Exploring The Impact Of Ag Carbon On Range Management In The Western US
Ag Carbon Podcast
In this episode, Brekke Munks, an agronomist with Agoro Carbon, and Jess Peterson, the Executive Vice President of the Society for Range Management, discuss the intricacies of ag carbon and its impact on modern agriculture. Brekke Munks' passion for agriculture began in rural Wyoming, and she earned a Ph.D. in Agronomy. Her expertise in soil health practices aims to sustain farmers and ranchers through improved soil quality. With extensive experience in agriculture policy and practical range management on his Montana ranch, Jess Peterson brings a unique perspective to the conversation. They...
info_outlineAgoro Carbon promotes carbon sequestration practices on ranches nationwide. In this episode we dive into what conservation practices look like in range and pastureland. Range Agronomist, Brekke Munks grew up in rural Wyoming on an elk refuge surrounded by rangeland and cattle. With a strong background in agronomy and animal health (Ph.D. Agronomy, M.S. Plant Science & Genetics, B.S. Animal Systems-Biotechnology) she explains what a carbon program entails on a ranch. Rotational grazing, nitrogen efficiency and increasing biodiversity are a few of the practices we will explore. Listen now to learn what carbon farming is like for ranchers and cattle producers.
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