Determining if Soil Carbon Storage Markets are Right for You

The United States is losing agricultural lands at an unsustainable rate. Our greatest hope for protecting these landscapes is responsible land stewardship by farmers and ranchers.

Farmers and ranchers implement land management strategies that may improve soil health, strengthen plant communities that sequester soil carbon, improve water quality and quantity, increase biodiversity, and more. Companies are paying landowners for these services in exchange for credits that demonstrate the companies’ role in offsetting their carbon emissions, protecting ecosystems and supporting a healthy climate. Today, the most prevalent credits relate to soil carbon, with multiple entities offering payments per metric ton of carbon sequestered.

The commitment of your carbon or other ecosystem service requires careful consideration and the right partner-purchaser. Because contracts may extend for many years and may impact your agricultural operations, selecting a partner-purchaser requires the same level of consideration as acquiring or leasing new acreage. It is recommended that you consult an attorney with experience with carbon contracts before entering such agreements.

How do you select the right company to partner with? This guide provides useful questions to assist landowners in identifying partners and contract terms that best align with their personal and operational goals.

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