Increasing involvement of the entire agricultural value chain in reducing GHG emissions

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About the theme

Theme five of the Carbon Initiative Program aims to increase producer engagement and alignment of activities across the agricultural value-chain in relation to efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, for example linking producer activities to those in processing, transport and retail.

Projects explore the business case for increased engagement for producers in the value chain as it relates to activities to reduce GHGE and identify practical opportunities to increase producer engagement with the value chain.

Projects include:

  • Accounting for Carbon
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Resources

Project tag icon for Project summary: Capturing the value of carbon projects in rural landscapes

national challenges and opportunities

Project summary: Capturing the value of carbon projects in rural landscapes

Working with key stakeholders in the carbon farming supply chain, the project’s core objective was to improve knowledge and practice in the carbon farming valuation sector.

Publication

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More than a miss: Scientists identify a gene variant that causes early pregnancy loss

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Building resilience from the ground up: Amelia Sofra named 2026 Gary Sansom Scholar

Emerging animal welfare researcher Amelia Sofra has been named the 2026 AgriFutures Gary Sansom Scholarship recipient, with her PhD research focused on advancing management approaches that support the welfare, productivity and sustainability of Australia’s chicken meat industry.

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Meet Tom Hobbs: bringing practical ag experience and fresh thinking to Emerging Industries

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New research calls for fit-for-purpose connectivity across Australian farms

Australian agriculture needs a more realistic, resilient and fit‑for‑purpose approach to connectivity if it is to remain productive, safe and competitive, according to new research released today by AgriFutures Australia.

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