Catona Climate has entered into a strategic partnership with Indigo Ag, a sustainable agricultural solutions provider, to exclusively secure 250,000 carbon credits from a US-based regenerative agriculture project. This marks the largest single reservation of credits from Indigo Ag’s carbon program to date.
The credits, generated by American farmers adopting regenerative practices such as cover cropping, diversified crop rotations, and reduced tillage, aim to sequester carbon in the soil and reduce emissions. Indigo Ag’s initiative, with over 7 million acres of row crops enrolled and nearly 300,000 credits issued through the Climate Action Reserve, represents the largest soil organic carbon project in the United States.
“We are thrilled to partner with Catona Climate, known for their exceptional nature-based carbon credit portfolio,” said Dean Banks, CEO of Indigo Ag. “This milestone agreement underscores the growing confidence in soil carbon as a durable asset class and highlights the maturity of the market. By rewarding farmers for sustainable practices, we are simultaneously boosting the resilience of their farms and addressing climate change.” Banks emphasised Catona Climate’s critical role in fulfilling long-term buyer commitments while ensuring farmers receive appropriate compensation for their efforts to enhance soil health and sustainability.
Catona Climate’s focus on sourcing top-tier nature-based credits aligns with Indigo Ag’s innovative and high-integrity approach to scaling carbon solutions. The project has received a BBB rating from BeZero, placing it among the top 20% of all projects rated for quality, further validating its credibility for corporate buyers. “When corporate clients seek meaningful, long-term climate solutions, we pride ourselves on offering a portfolio of credits that meet the highest standards of quality and integrity,” said Tate Mill, CEO of Catona Climate. “This project not only delivers measurable climate impact but also supports local ecosystems and communities.”
The project brings numerous co-benefits, including improved soil health, enhanced water quality, greater crop yields, resilience against extreme weather, and enriched biodiversity. Additionally, 75% of revenue from carbon sales is returned directly to participating farmers, supporting their financial sustainability, and empowering them to continue adopting regenerative practices.
“Leveraging one of the planet’s most effective carbon sinks while delivering tangible benefits to farmers and future generations is a mission we are proud to champion,” added Mill.
