Carbon Farming & Carbon Credit Systems: Cultivating Climate Solutions

Introduction:

Carbon Farming and Carbon Credit Systems equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to implement agricultural practices that sequester carbon and participate in carbon credit markets. This course focuses on understanding carbon sequestration principles, developing carbon farming strategies, and navigating carbon credit certification and trading. Participants will learn to measure carbon sequestration, design carbon farming projects, and leverage carbon credits for sustainable agriculture. By mastering carbon farming, professionals can contribute to climate change mitigation while enhancing soil health and farm profitability.

The agricultural sector plays a crucial role in both emitting and sequestering greenhouse gases. This course delves into the intricacies of soil carbon sequestration, carbon credit standards, and project development, empowering participants to implement practices that promote carbon drawdown and generate revenue through carbon markets. By integrating scientific knowledge with practical strategies, this program enables individuals to create sustainable farming systems that contribute to global climate goals and enhance the economic viability of agricultural operations.

Target Audience:

• Farmers and agricultural producers
• Agricultural consultants and advisors
• Environmental consultants
• Soil scientists and agronomists
• Carbon project developers
• Agricultural policymakers and government officials
• Researchers and scientists
• Environmental NGOs
• Investors in sustainable agriculture
• Students of environmental science and agriculture
• Individuals interested in climate solutions
• Carbon credit traders

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles and benefits of carbon farming and carbon credit systems.
• Implement techniques for measuring and monitoring soil carbon sequestration.
• Understand the role of agricultural practices in carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas emissions.
• Implement techniques for designing and implementing carbon farming projects.
• Understand the principles of carbon credit certification and verification.
• Implement techniques for navigating carbon credit standards and methodologies.
• Understand the role of carbon markets in financing sustainable agriculture.
• Implement techniques for participating in carbon credit trading and transactions.
• Understand the principles of additionality and permanence in carbon farming projects.
• Implement techniques for ensuring the environmental integrity of carbon credits.
• Understand the legal and regulatory aspects of carbon farming and carbon markets.
• Understand the role of technology and innovation in enhancing carbon sequestration.
• Develop strategies for promoting and scaling up carbon farming and carbon credit initiatives.

DURATION

10 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of Carbon Farming

• Principles and benefits of carbon sequestration in agriculture.
• Understanding the role of agriculture in climate change mitigation.
• Benefits of improved soil health and ecosystem services.
• Historical context and evolving carbon farming practices.

Module 2: Soil Carbon Measurement and Monitoring

• Techniques for soil sampling and analysis.
• Implementing soil carbon measurement protocols.
• Utilizing remote sensing and data analytics for carbon monitoring.
• Managing carbon data and reporting.

Module 3: Agricultural Practices and Carbon Sequestration

• Understanding the impact of tillage, cover cropping, and crop rotation.
• Implementing agroforestry and silvopasture systems.
• Utilizing organic amendments and biochar.
• Managing livestock and manure for carbon sequestration.

Module 4: Carbon Farming Project Design

• Techniques for developing carbon farming project plans.
• Implementing baseline and additionality assessments.
• Utilizing project management and implementation strategies.
• Managing project documentation and reporting.

Module 5: Carbon Credit Certification and Verification

• Understanding carbon credit standards and methodologies.
• Implementing verification and validation processes.
• Utilizing third-party certification bodies.
• Managing carbon credit documentation and registration.

Module 6: Navigating Carbon Credit Standards

• Techniques for applying specific carbon credit methodologies.
• Implementing project eligibility and compliance requirements.
• Utilizing carbon accounting and reporting tools.
• Managing carbon credit registry and tracking.

Module 7: Carbon Markets and Financing

• Understanding the role of carbon markets in agricultural finance.
• Implementing carbon credit trading and transactions.
• Utilizing carbon offset and insetting mechanisms.
• Managing carbon market participation and risk.

Module 8: Carbon Credit Trading and Transactions

• Techniques for negotiating carbon credit contracts.
• Implementing carbon credit due diligence and risk assessment.
• Utilizing carbon credit brokers and exchanges.
• Managing carbon credit portfolio and investment.

Module 9: Additionality and Permanence Principles

• Understanding the concept of additionality in carbon projects.
• Implementing permanence and leakage mitigation measures.
• Utilizing buffer pools and risk management strategies.
• Managing carbon credit integrity and credibility.

Module 10: Environmental Integrity of Carbon Credits

• Techniques for ensuring environmental co-benefits.
• Implementing biodiversity and ecosystem impact assessments.
• Utilizing social safeguards and community engagement.
• Managing environmental monitoring and reporting.

Module 11: Legal and Regulatory Aspects

• Understanding carbon market regulations and compliance.
• Implementing land use and environmental laws.
• Utilizing contract law and intellectual property rights.
• Managing legal risks and documentation.

Module 12: Technology and Innovation in Carbon Sequestration

• Understanding the role of technology in enhancing carbon sequestration.
• Implementing precision agriculture and data-driven management.
• Utilizing remote sensing and geospatial analysis.
• Managing technological innovation and adoption.

Module 13: Promoting Carbon Farming Initiatives

• Developing carbon farming education and outreach programs.
• Building partnerships with stakeholders and organizations.
• Implementing policy advocacy and market development.
• Managing carbon farming project scaling and replication.

Module 14: Case Studies: Successful Carbon Farming Projects

• Analyzing real-world examples of effective carbon farming projects.
• Highlighting best practices and innovative approaches.
• Documenting carbon sequestration and economic impacts.
• Farmer and project developer testimonials.

Module 15: The Future of Carbon Farming

• Exploring emerging technologies and carbon market trends.
• Integrating carbon farming into broader climate strategies.
• Adapting to evolving carbon accounting and verification.
• Building resilient and sustainable carbon-neutral agriculture.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.