From Soil to Scope 3: Investing in agriculture for climate action

Join us in person to explore how on-farm research can fight climate change from the ground up! From Soil to Scope 3: Investing in Agriculture for Climate Action Join CanN2ONet, Soils at Guelph, the Stephen A. Jarislowsky Chair in Climate-Smart Soils and NICCEE for an interactive event exploring one of the key challenges facing agricultural sustainability: how we measure, report, and ultimately reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with agricultural production, and how credible agricultural data can support sustainability claims, carbon intensity scoring, and market access. As food and agricultural companies increasingly work toward Scope 3 emission-reduction targets and broader sustainability commitments, there is a growing need for credible, practical approaches that connect corporate accounting and sustainability narratives with what is actually happening on-farm. Reliable agricultural emissions data are also becoming increasingly important for calculating carbon intensity scores and demonstrating the environmental performance of Canadian agricultural products in domestic and international markets. This session will highlight the critical role of research in generating the evidence needed to understand emissions, evaluate management practices, and develop scientifically robust approaches that can support corporate reporting, credible sustainability claims, carbon intensity assessments, and emerging market requirements. The event will be held in person at the University of Guelph and will combine short presentations, industry perspectives, audience participation, and facilitated discussion. Coffee and lunch will be provided, along with dedicated networking opportunities to connect researchers, students, industry partners, and others working to advance sustainable agriculture.