Carbon research, development and support for agricultural producers

Project Overview

This engagement hub is a space for industry to interact with extension officers on the latest carbon and greenhouse gas emissions research, development and extension activities for livestock, cropping, horticulture and forestry.

Soil Organic Carbon Method Review

DPI provided a technical submission to assist the Commonwealth improve soil organic carbon method integrity

New greenhouse gas inventory data for Australia released

The Australian Government has released the December 2024 Quarterly Update of Australia's National Greenhouse Gas Inventory and submitted the 2023 National Inventory Report to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

Toogoolawah: Carbon, cattle and sustainability

After much demand, our carbon extension team delivered a carbon, cattle and cropping workshop to producers in the Toogoolawah Area.

Mareeba cattle & carbon workshops

Despite rising river levels and road closures, the team were able to make it to Mareeba to hold two workshops, for DPI and NRM Staff, and to producers from the local area.

Carbon in Context

What is the Paris Agreement & what does it mean for farmers?

The 2015 Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to below 2°C, ideally 1.5°C, to avoid severe climate impacts (droughts, heatwaves, heavy rainfall). Countries must cut emissions by 43% by 2030.

Why did Australia support mandatory reporting?

A strong, globally aligned climate disclosure regime will enhance Australia’s appeal to international investors and support its net-zero transition. It aligns Australia with the EU, UK, New Zealand, and Japan.

 

When will I have to report my farm emissions to my supply chain and/or to the government?

Mandatory climate disclosures will be phased in based on company size. Large entities (Group 1) such as supermarkets, agricultural firms, and banks, must first report climate risks, followed by emissions from their suppliers in year two.